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Home Inspections Boost Homebuyer Confidence
ASHI Survey reveals Home Inspections boost Homebuyer Confidence in 88% of U.S. Adults. Results indicate adults are more likely to purchase a distressed property, including foreclosures and short sales, following a professional home inspection.
88% of respondents say home inspections increase their confidence about the conditions of any property. More than four in five adults think foreclosures and short sales can be good deals 84% of respondents say they would be more likely to purchase a distressed (foreclosed or short sale) property after a home inspection deemed it in good condition Consumers are uncertain of the services traditionally included in the home inspection The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) is the gold standard of home inspectorsThe online survey was recently conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of ASHI to better understand current consumer perceptions about a value of home inspection. Almost 9 in 10 (88 percent) adults say a home inspection increases their confidence about the condition of a property. Eighty-four percent of adults believe home inspections are a necessity, not a luxury.
"It is encouraging to learn having a home inspection increases homebuyer confidence," said Marvin Goldstein, ASHI president. "We look forward to prospective buyers acting on the security brought by home inspections, to breathe even more life into the recovering housing market."
Interestingly, while homeowners are aware of the importance of the home inspection, more than one in four (28 percent) mistakenly believes the purpose of an inspection is to verify that a home complies with local building codes. More than one in ten (12 percent) confused home inspection with an appraisal.
"ASHI is focused on raising consumer awareness about the value and components of a home inspection," said Goldstein. "We will continue to take active steps to clarify for homeowners and homebuyers alike what should be expected during an inspection conducted by an ACI, and set high standards for our members to help ensure their customers are well informed and satisfied."
Certified Home Inspectors subscribe to the Standards of Practice which visually examines the condition of the home's roof, attic and insulation, foundation basement and structural components, as well as interior plumbing and electrical systems. For a complete list of what's included in a home inspection please click https://freedombusinessschool.com/home-inspection-training/principles-of-home-inspection
Freedom Business School offers courses for individuals looking to become professional Home Inspectors. Our versatile Home Inspection programs - Principles of Home Inspection and Fundamentals of Home Inspection, offer the highest quality training materials at prices 30 to 50 % less than other Home Inspection schools. These comprehensive online and correspondence courses have been developed by Carson Dunlop & Associates, one of the oldest and largest home inspections firms in North America. From an introductory overview of home inspection to advanced system-specific courses to a complete home inspection series, Freedom has both online and correspondence courses to meet your needs.