Name: Harmes Team Real Estate & Property Management
Address: 5208 Miranda Rd, Colorado Springs, CO, 80918, US
Telephone: 719.210.5141
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Inspections and Appraisals

Most buyers will arrange for a licensed property inspector to review the property and confirm that everything represented in the contract is accurate. Inspection timelines are outlined in the Purchase Agreement. Some buyers bring in multiple inspectors to evaluate specific systems such as the roof, plumbing, or HVAC.

If the buyer is financing the purchase, a licensed appraiser will also review the property. Because the agreement is contingent on financing, the lender requires an independent appraisal to confirm that the purchase price is supported by the property's actual market value.

The Closing Agent

A title company or attorney will be designated as the closing agent. Their role is to research the recorded history of your property, certify that the title is free of encumbrances such as existing leases, mortgages, or restrictions, and ensure a clean transfer of ownership to the buyer by the closing date.

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What else you should know...

Contingencies

A contingency is a condition that must be satisfied before a contract becomes legally binding. Common contingencies include the buyer securing financing, completing a satisfactory home inspection, and reviewing all relevant disclosure documents.

Before completing the purchase, the buyer will work through the following:

Securing financing and insurance
Reviewing all relevant documents, including preliminary title reports and seller disclosures
Inspecting the property across whatever areas are relevant to their due diligence, which may include roof, termite and pest, chimney and fireplace, property boundary survey, well, septic, pool and spa, arborist, mold, lead-based paint, and HVAC

When a buyer requests renegotiation based on inspection findings, knowing how to respond objectively and strategically is where experience makes a real difference. Our team has navigated these situations many times, and we bring that experience to every transaction with full commitment to your outcome.

Loan Approval And Appraisal

We recommend accepting offers from buyers who can provide a lender's pre-approval letter or written loan commitment. This offers a stronger and more reliable guarantee of financing than a basic pre-qualification. Expect the lender to send an appraiser to verify that the agreed-upon sales price is supported by the property's value.

Tips For Selling Your Home

Give Your House A Deep Clean

First impressions are everything. Before your property goes to market, give it a thorough, top-to-bottom clean. That means scrubbing bathrooms, wiping down every surface, mopping floors, cleaning rugs, and taking care of every detail a buyer might notice. Consider bringing in professional cleaners to make sure the property is in its best possible condition from day one.

Declutter The Home

When a home is clear of clutter, buyers can focus on the property itself rather than what is sitting on the counters or piled in the corners. The goal is for a buyer to walk in and immediately begin imagining their life in that space. Decluttering and organizing before listing sends the right message and makes a measurable difference in how buyers respond.

Call A Handyman

Take care of every outstanding repair before your property goes on the market. Buyers notice deferred maintenance, and unresolved issues create doubt. When a property is well maintained, buyers walk in with confidence, and that confidence translates directly into stronger offers.