alerts you to immediate safety issues before agents and visitors tour your home.

alerts you to items of immediate concern, such as water damage or active termite infestation.

permits you to make repairs ahead of time so that …

• • Defects won’t become negotiating stumbling blocks later.You have the time to get reasonably priced contractors or make the repairs yourself.

  • helps you to price your home realistically.

  • may relieve buyers’ concerns and suspicions.

  • may encourage the buyer to waive their inspection contingency.

  • reduces your liability by adding professional supporting documentation to your disclosure statement