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Who should arrange the inspections? -- Realtor or Myself?
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?
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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.
- Brad Hammond