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So you scheduled your Hoboken or Jersey City home inspection! (Read my post about what to expect at your actual home inspection.)
Most buyer's don't know that typically once you are in contract, you are not able to go back to the property besides the home inspection, and not again until the day of your close and final walk thru.
So, being the home buyer pro that you are (YEAH!) here are
1. The Home Inspector - OK, sorry this one is obvious but I needed five it just sounds better ;)
2. Friends and Family! Do your parents want to see the apt to make sure you didn't buy a dump? Are your friends dying to see if there is enough space for them to crash? Bring them to the inspection!!
3. Measuring Tape - Yes, get those measurements so you can plan for furniture and DON'T forget to measure the doorways of the unit, the entrance to building, any narrow corridors, and the elevator just. in. case.
4. Camera - What color was the bathroom again? Were there blinds in the kitchen window?? Take a picture and hashtag it
5. Contractor - If you are planning on installing, removing, fixing or painting anything -- schedule your contractor to show up at your home inspection, but, please be sure to let the agent know in advance. Also try to have them show up at the beginning of the inspection, this way you don't have to keep anyone longer than the length of the inspection.
There is nothing better than being well prepared and organized during a home purchase or sale for that matter. It will minimize the stress in an already stressful and unnerving process for some!!
Check out my 10 Red Flags for home buyers. Like my list? Anything missing? Leave a comment below!
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