What you need to know about home inspections and pest inspections

This video is an overview of the most important things you should know about before doing a home or pest inspection. Having represented hundreds of nice families, couples, individuals, and estates over the years, my goal is to de-mystify the inspection process so it all makes sense and doesn't feel overwhelming.
Whether you're a buyer or a seller, or just want to know more about how to best understand the condition of your home, I hope you find this conversation educational and informative.
If you're thinking about buying or selling real estate 🏡 in San Mateo County, or need a referral, I'd love to connect. 👋🏻 burlingameproperties.com/cont...
⏰ TIMESTAMPS:
Given the length and the how deep we go into this topic, check out the timestamps below so you can jump directly to any parts that are of most interest to you:
00:00 Are home and pest inspections required for sellers and buyers?
00:32 What is required at the minimum for an "as-is" sale in California
01:27 What will happen if as a seller you choose not to do inspections up front and how that could affect your pocketbook
02:59 The benefits of getting your inspections going before going on the market
04:10 What sellers should do about more concerning issues
05:33 What the home inspector looks at during the inspection
06:42 The five most common systems to pay attention to in the home inspection
8:08 Minimizing surprises for buyers - communication and transparency is key
08:26 How to approach inspections in the purchase contract
09:04 Pest inspections - who can perform them, and the three types of things inspectors look for, plus Section 1 and Section 2 items (termites, fungus, dry rot, etc)
13:40 Asbestos issues
15:30 Foundation or settlement issues
16:20 Why reading the disclosure package in advance of viewing the home is smart, and what most buyers do but shouldn't
17:35 Confusion about property lines and boundaries
Raziel Ungar, Realtor
650-822-7088 | burlingameproperties.com
Compass, DRE # 01701234