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• Information to Consider When Buying or Investing in Foreclosed Properties
• 7 Questions to ask your Staten Island Real Estate Attorney Before You Sign a Binder to Buy a Home (Part III)
• 7 Questions to ask your Staten Island Real Estate Attorney before you sign a Binder or Contract (Part II)

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Should I Get a New York Home Inspection?

If you are buying a house in New York, you may be wondering if you should get a home inspection. A New York home inspection can cost up to a few hundred dollars, so is it worth the expense? The answer is most often – yes.

A home inspection in New York can potentially save you from spending thousands of dollars on home repairs later down the road. Even though the seller is required to disclose the major property defects, the buyer is not required to conduct an inspection into these defects. As a homebuyer, you need to protect yourself in a purchase transaction, by knowing what you are getting yourself into.

There are two common types of New York home inspections, an inspection of the house and a pest inspection. When you contact a home inspector, make sure you know what type of report you will be getting. Lenders sometimes require special inspections, so it is important you know what is required to obtain your home loan.

If you believe that the property could have other problems, such as mold, asbestos or lead paint, you can order a special inspection to look into these issues.

As soon as you choose a property to purchase, you should start looking for a home inspector. You may be able to get a referral from friends or family, as well as from your New York real estate attorney. Only choose an inspector who is reputable and knowledgeable.

If you are looking to purchase a home in New York or New Jersey, you should consider talking with a New York real estate lawyer from Decker, Decker, Dito & Internicola, LLP. We have established an excellent track record from the thousands of residential real estate transactions we have represented. Our New York and New Jersey real estate attorneys are not only knowledgeable in real estate law, we are also experienced in the real estate transaction process.

Contact us today at (718) 979-4300 or (800) 976-4904 for a free consultation.