Who should arrange the inspections? -- Realtor or Myself?

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This is going to reveal just how much of a "newbie" I am, but:

Who should schedule and arrange the home inspections?

I would think that a realtor is incentivized to choose inspectors who are less likely to reveal home defects, if their interest is in the commission. Moreover, I would think the home inspectors who have a relationship with my realtor will be (either unconsciously or consciously) motivated to help their friend gain his/her commission.

Or, am I just being paranoid?

Brad Hammond · Answer

Hey @Kyler J Sloan you are mostly being paranoid.  I see where you are coming from but most of the agents out there are looking after your best interest.  They are going to recommend the best inspectors, not what is best for them.

On the inspector side, I believe they could be liable if they don't report something that turns into a bigger issue down the road.  It behoves everyone to do the best job they can in order to get repeat business.

Kyler J Sloan · Answer

Thanks everyone. This is my first real estate transaction, and I was not sure if there was a standard. My agent sold about 70 houses last year, and this is a very small town. It's probably unlikely  she would do something underhanded, and risk the ruined reputation.

Michael Plante · Answer

If an inspector finds enough things wrong there is a good chance the deal will fall apart

You then find a other house and hire the inspector again

😳

Kyle Keller · Answer

@Kyler J Sloan

I agree with Russell, your agent should have a good inspector and be able to schedule it for you. If you are worried about it, it's not unheard of to find your own though, I find Google very helpful when trying to find a highly rated professional.

Russell Brazil · Answer

If your agent is successful, a deal falling apart is no big deal. If your agent is not successful, then maybe your paranoia has a basis in reality.

I personally recommend overly harsh inspectors as a way to minimize my own liability. If a deal falls apart because a buyer gets scared off, it doesn't really affect me since Im closing 4 deals a month anyways.

Ideally you would choose an agent you trust though since this question doesn't even need to come up.

Who should arrange the inspections? -- Realtor or Myself?

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