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Tips on Buying Foreclosed Properties
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The difference in buying a foreclosed, bank-owned home lies in the inspection because banks sell these properties AS-IS. Some of the best deals are from brokers who know in advance which homes will be going into foreclosure, and can give you a broker price opinion (for a fee).
In this FOXBusiness news article, the American Society for Home Inspectors' president discusses how home inspections can help protect a consumer interested in purchasing a foreclosed home. Eagle Home Inspections adds: 1) Do a drive-by to personally ensure that all utility company and city locks have been removed from all meters so a thorough inspection can be conducted. 2) You can ask whether your home inspector provides or can coordinate cost estimates for any repairs, but it should not be part of an inspection, and ASHI Standards prohibit members from conducting the repairs themselves for a year after an inspection -- but not from inspecting the repairs to ensure they are performed correctly.
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January 19, 2012 |
Eagle Home Inspections Awarded Best in 2011
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Hundreds of celebrities, senior executives in a variety of industries, government officials, attorneys, lenders, real estate brokers, and insurance and real estate agents worldwide were referred to and chose Eagle in 2011 when purchasing or selling homes in Southern California. Dallas- and Carlsbad-based real estate agents recently said they would not consider any other company but Eagle to inspect their personally owned Southern California properties. In 2011, Eagle also attracted clients in Kenya, India and Thailand who own or bought residential and commercial property in Southern California.
Ninety-nine percent of Eagle’s business is referral-based, or word-of-mouth marketing. One Eagle Home Inspections customer said the reason she keeps choosing and referring Eagle is because “Eagle is the equivalent of AAA’s 86-point auto inspection, but for homes.” She added, “Best money I’ve ever spent!”
“Knowledge is essential. Being happy to help the same-day, having informative websites, and fielding questions in plain English – not industry jargon – establishes rapport and puts everyone at ease,” said Karl Gresowski, one of Eagle’s most-requested senior inspectors. |
January 2, 2012 |
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ABOUT EAGLE HOME INSPECTIONS
25 Years of Experience
We have served San Diego, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Los Angeles counties for more than 25 years, and have conducted more than 10,000 residential (including equestrian) and commercial property inspections of up to 11,000 square feet. Our inspectors are also seasoned and licensed general contractors who are members of ASHI, the American Society of Home Inspectors.
We understand that buying a home is one of the largest investments you'll ever make. And it's a decision that will affect you for years to come. The process can be extremely stressful and confusing. And of course, there is always considerable risk involved when making such a large purchasing decision.
A professional inspection by a trusted, licensed, ASHI-certified, seasoned inspector will significantly reduce your risk and help make the entire home buying process easier and less stressful.
Property-specific, full-color, PDF reports with digital photos and captions
Choose Eagle and receive a comprehensive property report that is as individual as each property, and is also easy to understand. Everything identified during the inspection will be included in the detailed report with full-color photos and captions that are specific to your property.
We strongly encourage all of our clients to accompany us during the inspection. Feel free to ask the inspector any questions you may have on-site. Our inspectors take the time to explain potential problems, the good points of the home, and what routine maintenance will be needed to keep the house in top condition. This explanation, combined with the property-specific report, will help you to get the most benefit from the inspection and gain the most understanding of the systems that make up your home, and how to maintain them.
Armed with the information our report will provide, you can make your decision with confidence.
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