For home buyers the currant state of the housing market can yield some grate deals. Buyers can often find deals by looking at short sales and bank owned homes to name two.   But it’s important to remember while considering a purchase the phrase Caveat Emptor or Buyer Beware.

 As of January 1, 2009 the Real Estate Purchase Contract changed making all homes sold “As Is”. This has made Home Inspections critical to making a safe home purchase. Often times a short sale or bank owned home is in a state of disrepair.  The state of disrepair can very to some minor dry wall work and new paint, to major pluming and structural issues. These problems may not be obvious and can cause major problems.

Bank owned properties are especially important to get a home inspection done. Because the bank has never lived in the home they know little to nothing of the true condition of the property.

Many people have an uncle or father who are handy or even have experience in construction, and see it as away to save some money. For about $200 to $400 dollars you can get a Perceptional Home Inspection. Most home inspectors have knowledge that someone outside home inspecting may not have, like common problems with homes in certain areas. Fore example some areas of South Jordan have problems with settling foundations. A good home inspector can save you from buying a huge expensive problem.

Remember whether it’s a distressed property or a non distressed property from a private seller, it is very important to get a home inspection done by a reputable home inspector. If you plan on using a Realtor or not, a Realtor can be a good resource for finding a good home inspector.