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🏡 Buyer’s Home Inspection Checklist – MA Law Update
Law Name: Bill S.2474 – An Act Protecting Consumer Rights in Purchasing Safe and Habitable Homes Part of: The Affordable Homes Act
What does the new law say? In summary
🔒 Sellers and agents can no longer require or suggest waiving inspections to make offers more competitive.
⏳ Buyers get 10 days to inspect and 5 more to review and decide — giving everyone time to make informed decisions.
💡 Why It Matters?
Home inspections uncover hidden issues, protect your investment, and give buyers leverage to negotiate repairs or price adjustments. This new law levels the playing field, especially for first-time buyers.
✅ Know Your Rights
- You cannot be pressured to waive a home inspection.
- A mandatory disclosure form must be signed by both buyer and seller.
🗓️ Inspection Timeline
- 10 days to conduct a home inspection.
- 5 additional days to review findings and make decisions.
🔍 During the Inspection
- Hire a licensed home inspector.
- Focus on safety, structure, and systems (roof, foundation, HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
- Ask questions and take notes/photos.
📊 After the Inspection
- Review the report thoroughly.
- Discuss findings with your agent.
- Consider negotiating repairs or price adjustments.
🤝 Negotiation Tips
- Use inspection results to support your requests. Know Your Leverage – Inspection findings can justify repair requests or price reductions.
- Prioritize major issues over cosmetic ones. Be Reasonable – Focus on safety and structural issues, not cosmetic fixes.
- Lean on your agent for guidance. Work With a Pro – A skilled agent helps you navigate the new rules and advocate for your best interests.
- Stay Professional – Keep emotions out of it. A calm, informed approach wins deals.
📲 Ready to Buy or Sell with Confidence? Let’s talk strategy and navigate this new (old) landscape together.
