Home Decode: Property History & Legalization Inspections

Unpermitted work is a major blind spot for prospective buyers because it relies on disclosure from the seller, which doesn’t always occur. But even when buyers are aware of the work, they may not fully grasp the implications for liability, structural integrity, and future equity investments in their property.

Key Topics Include:
• Helping Realtors and buyers understand how to identify and evaluate unpermitted work on a prospective property, which home inspections almost never identify.
• Informing buyers and Realtors about the different thresholds of risk and potential liability associated with various types of unpermitted work.
• Offering examples of relevant research and information sources for understanding a property holistically, from its building, zoning, and other code standpoints.
• Reviewing case studies where this service has helped homeowners and home-buyers not only rectify unpermitted work but also understand their property through the lens of future renovations and other equity investments