| Whether you're a Realtor, an appraiser or a repair/remodeling contractor, becoming more familiar with the homes you work every day is essential in today's market. This basic introduction to home defects will help you with understanding how a home operates and how to identify the early signs of deterioration or potential major issues that have caused and will continue to cause problems for a given property. Imagine from a Realtor's perspective heading off potential lost sales by being able to knowledgably advise your client with regard to the findings of a home inspection report. Understanding a home inspection report is often one of the most difficult tasks real estate agents face. This course will give you the knowledge and confidence you need to explain the report to your clients and to provide value-added services, thereby differentiating yourself from your competitors. As an appraiser, identifying potential issues that could affect the value of a building is essential. Having a better understanding of building defects will definitely help you in your value analysis. Being able to assess the probability of synthetic stucco deterioration, spotting the early signs of roof wear, and identifying other defects will enable you to factor these items into your appraisal, thus arriving at a much more accurate valuation. While this course is not intended for home inspection professionals, it is invaluable for other real estate professionals that deal with properties, home inspectors and home inspection reports on a day-to-day basis. 
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