For Realtors: Helping Your Clients Protect Themselves Without Losing the Deal
In a fast-moving real estate market, it’s no secret that home inspection clauses are often the first thing to go in a multiple-offer situation. But skipping inspections...
FOR REALTORS


In a fast-moving real estate market, it’s no secret that home inspection clauses are often the first thing to go in a multiple-offer situation. But skipping inspections altogether can be risky for both buyers and sellers. As a Realtor, you can offer your clients smart strategies that protect their interests without jeopardizing the deal. Two of the most effective tools? Pre-listing inspections for sellers and Five-Point Inspections for buyers.
Pre-Listing Inspections: A Seller’s Secret Weapon
If you’re listing an older home—or even a newer one in a hot market a pre-listing inspection can give your sellers a serious advantage.
Here’s why:
More Offers, Higher Bids: A clean inspection report can increase buyer confidence and lead to stronger, cleaner offers.
No Surprises: Sellers can address issues before listing, or disclose them up front, avoiding last-minute price drops or deal collapses.
Transparency Wins: Buyers are more likely to waive the inspection clause when they feel informed, especially in a competitive bid scenario.
When it comes to older homes, a pre-listing inspection is especially powerful. Buyers already worry about aging systems and potential repairs—remove that fear with a detailed, certified inspection. It’s yet another tool to help your listing stand out and sell for more.
On average, homes with a pre-listing inspection sell for 2% to 5% more.
On a $400,000 home, that’s an increase of $8,000 to $20,000. It’s a small investment that often leads to a major return.
Five-Point Inspections: Smart Strategy for Buyers in Competitive Markets
When buyers are competing and don’t want to lose a property, they may feel pressure to waive the full inspection. That’s where a Five-Point Inspection comes in. It’s fast, affordable, and gives them just enough insight to make a more confident decision, without slowing down the process.
Just Call Joe - Five Points:
Roof
Attic
Foundation
HVAC
A light review of plumbing and electrical systems
This mini-inspection is suitable for any home, old, new, big, or small. It’s not exhaustive, but it’s enough to flag major concerns in major systems and give your buyers peace of mind before making an offer.
Be the Agent Who Protects Your Clients
You don’t have to choose between winning the deal and doing your due diligence. Offering pre-listing inspections to sellers and recommending Five-Point Inspections to buyers helps your clients stay competitive and protected.
At Just Call Joe Inspections, we work with Realtors every day to make the transaction smoother, smarter, and safer, for everyone involved.
Need a pre-listing or five-point inspection?
Let’s talk about how we can help your next deal close with confidence.