Learn how pre-inspections let you "see the buyer's cards," giving you a powerful advantage when selling your home.

Are you ready to sell your home for top dollar in today's market? Let me ask you this: Would you like that advantage if you were playing cards and could see four out of five cards in the other person's hand? When selling your home, getting pre-inspections done before listing gives you that edge.

Here's why pre-inspections are essential:

1. Stay in control during negotiations. You provide potential buyers with comprehensive information upfront by obtaining pre-inspections on home, pest, roof, sewer lateral, and any other relevant information relevant to your property. Serious buyers will request these reports; when you can provide them, it keeps you in the driver's seat. You're showing transparency, which builds trust, and buyers can make informed decisions without surprises.
2. Avoid costly surprises after offers. A real estate transaction has two main negotiation points: the initial offer and the post-inspection phase. If you don't provide inspections upfront, buyers will conduct their own. They may discover issues you weren't aware of, leading them to request credits, price reductions, or repairs before closing. These repair costs are often inflated—up to 40% higher—because you're paying for speed and convenience under tight time frames.
3. Decide on repairs strategically.With pre-inspections, you can choose which repairs to make before listing. Prioritize critical items like roof issues, pest infestations (especially Section 1 items), health and safety concerns, or anything required by law. Addressing these upfront can enhance your home's appeal and potentially increase your sale price.
4. Gain a competitive advantage. Providing pre-inspections is like seeing the buyer's cards. You eliminate unknowns, reduce the buyer's perceived risk, and position your home more favorably than others on the market.

Getting pre-inspections doesn't mean you have to fix everything. It means you're informed about your home's condition and can plan accordingly. Let's talk if you're considering selling your home and want to maximize your sale price while minimizing surprises. Feel free to contact me or my team at (916) 888-8755. We're always here to help, so we have the highest Google review ranking in the Sacramento region. 

Getting pre-inspections is like seeing four out of five cards in the buyer's hand—a game-changer when selling your home.

Selling your home without pre-inspections is like playing poker without knowing your opponent's hand. But with pre-inspections, you see four out of their five cards, giving you a significant advantage.