Hey {first_name},
 
If you’re a regular browser of MLS listings, you’ve undoubtedly read the words “being sold
as-is”.
 
Pro Tip:
 
When a property is being sold “as is”, that means the Seller isn’t making any guarantees
about the condition of the property. More noteworthy, they aren’t prepared to fix any
deficiencies, either.
 
Fear not.
 
An “as-is” home may have mice nesting in the gutters or mould between the walls. Or, it
could simply mean that the property is being sold by a bank, a municipality, or a hands-off
investor who isn’t familiar enough with the property to speak to its condition. My advice:
 
Buying the “as is” home:
 
  • Get a home inspection by a qualified inspector.
Attend the inspection, go in with your eyes wide open, ask questions, read the
inspector’s report thoroughly, and follow through on their recommendations.
  • Have a generous budget for fixes.
Expect renovations to cost twice as much (and take double the amount of time) as
estimated. Some repairs may even impact your ability to get home insurance.
Ensure you have a contingency to account for these unexpected costs and get them
fixed right away.
 
  • Accept that your ability to sue the Seller for deficiencies is limited to null.
Remember that the Seller isn’t guaranteeing anything, so be prepared for anything.
If you do discover say, a broken appliance even after your offer has been accepted,
any action to have the Seller mediate will be dismissed.
 
Buying a home ‘as-is’ certainly has its challenges. If you’re considering taking that
route, call me so I can guide you through the intricacies of the process.
 
Hope this helps!
 
{email_signature}
 

To unsubscribe from all future emails {unsubscribe}
To update your contact information please {contact_info_update}

This email is sent to {email} by:
{{CompanyName}} {{Address}}