Maryland Home Improvement PSI Practice Exam

What should the listing agent recommend if unrepresented buyers ask about ordering a property inspection?

1. If you feel it is in your best interest, please do so.

2. Since I represent the seller I am not able to answer your question.

3. I am not aware of any issues that such an inspection would identify.

4. Since the seller has provided a property disclosure, there should be no need for any further inspection.

The correct answer is: If you feel it is in your best interest, please do so.

The appropriate recommendation for the listing agent in this situation is to suggest that unrepresented buyers may consider ordering a property inspection if they believe it is in their best interest. This option acknowledges the buyers' autonomy and encourages them to make informed decisions regarding their potential purchase. A property inspection can reveal critical information about the property's condition, uncovering issues that may not be apparent during a casual walkthrough. By empowering buyers to take this step, the agent promotes transparency and protects the interests of all parties involved, including their own client, the seller. This endorsement of the inspection process reflects a best practice in real estate transactions, where informed buyers are more likely to be satisfied with their purchase and less likely to experience future disputes related to undisclosed property conditions.