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kahlua716
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Keri
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They accepted our offer- Engineer Report-- Update!
The buyers who almost went to contract on the house before us just had an engineer go over the house a few days ago.
They are hesitating signing the contract- but according to the REA it has nothing to do with the engineer's report.
The sellers have now accepted our offer- and our REA said we have the option of buying the engineer report that was already done at a steep discount (versus hiring our own.) Are there any pro's and con's to this?
The REA wasn't suggesting that it's the way to go- simply offering it as an option.
Update-
We've decided to go with our own engineer and the REA is telling me to get someone there today! Isn't that a bit crazy? How am I going to get someone there on such short notice and on a holiday weekend, nonetheless??
I left a message with someone reccommended to me by a woman I work with...but I doubt it's going to be possible today.
Message edited 5/22/2009 10:52:23 AM.
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report
Message edited 11/29/2011 8:13:56 PM.
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| Posted 5/21/09 7:03 PM |
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csorisi
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report
Posted by imthekevinofcindyandkevin
I'd pass and hire my own.
I was there for our inspection. It's something I think anyone considering buying a home should do. This way you see it for yourself.
I Completely Agree that you should hire your own engineer to inspect the house because as they go from room to room and inspect everything you can ask lots of questions.
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| Posted 5/21/09 7:21 PM |
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belladi
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report
Hire your own and be there when they do the inspection
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| Posted 5/22/09 3:18 AM |
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NoStressMom
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report
Have your own done peace of mind
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| Posted 5/22/09 7:08 AM |
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Elbee
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report
DH and I were there for the engineer. He went through everything with us and really showed us every nook aqnd crany of the house. It was worth every penny to see what he saw and learn about the house. The guy even showed us little things that didn't have anything to do with the report itself and gave us great advice on what to do first and what could wait, etc....
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| Posted 5/22/09 7:15 AM |
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Mrs-D-Girl
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report
No way, hire your own. In the big scheme of things, the $400 or whatever it is for your own is worth the $$ compared to what a nightmare you might be in for after buying the house would cost you.
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| Posted 5/22/09 8:13 AM |
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OStewarts
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report
ITA.
.... just wanted to say Congratulations!!! 
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| Posted 5/22/09 8:47 AM |
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yelley
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report
Posted by Elbee
DH and I were there for the engineer. He went through everything with us and really showed us every nook aqnd crany of the house. It was worth every penny to see what he saw and learn about the house. The guy even showed us little things that didn't have anything to do with the report itself and gave us great advice on what to do first and what could wait, etc....
I 100% agree!!! He taught us how to change the air filter, shut the water off in case of an emergency, how to maintain the water heater, etc. The guy we used was incredible (i used him for 2 home inspections) and I HIGHLY recommend him. FM me if you want his info!
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| Posted 5/22/09 10:10 AM |
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k-diggity
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report
Posted by Elbee
DH and I were there for the engineer. He went through everything with us and really showed us every nook aqnd crany of the house. It was worth every penny to see what he saw and learn about the house. The guy even showed us little things that didn't have anything to do with the report itself and gave us great advice on what to do first and what could wait, etc....
ITA
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| Posted 5/22/09 10:12 AM |
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kahlua716
3 Girls for Me!
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Keri
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report-- Update!
Posted by OStewarts
ITA.
.... just wanted to say Congratulations!!!
Thanks!
Updated in orig. post
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| Posted 5/22/09 10:52 AM |
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JldDolphin
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report-- Update!
Congrats! I guess see if you can call around to others and see if they can come today. I'm sure if you search on here you will find other recommendations too. GL! Hope the inspection goes well.
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| Posted 5/22/09 11:01 AM |
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JandJ1224
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report-- Update!
Congrats good luck
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| Posted 5/22/09 11:38 AM |
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HighHopes
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Re: They accepted our offer- Engineer Report-- Update!
Posted by belladi
Hire your own and be there when they do the inspection
Ditto! Congrats ! Do the best you can to get the inspection booked soon, but please DO NOT let your RE add anymore stress to the situation.
Good luck!
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| Posted 5/22/09 3:13 PM |
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