Avoid a Fallen Real Estate Deal
Michael Mahoney
Realtor | 617-6159435
Why it matters: More home sale contracts are falling apart before closing, creating a major headache for sellers. Knowing why this is happening is the first step to protecting your sale.
By the numbers: This June, 15% of pending home sales fell through — a noticeable increase from the 12% average seen from 2017-2019.
The big picture: The #1 reason deals are collapsing is the home inspection.
- Tight Budgets: High home prices and mortgage rates mean buyers have little cash or patience for unexpected, costly repairs.
- More Options: With more homes on the market, buyers are more willing to walk away from a problematic property and find another.
The solution: Get ahead of the problem with a pre-listing inspection. This is a professional inspection you conduct before your house goes on the market.
A pre-listing inspection helps you:
- Fix what matters. You get time to address issues on your own terms before a buyer ever finds them.
- Avoid renegotiations. It minimizes the risk of last-minute haggling over repairs or price reductions.
- Build buyer trust. A well-maintained, pre-inspected home shows you’re a serious seller, leading to a smoother, faster sale.
The bottom line: Spending a few hundred dollars on an inspection upfront can save you thousands in lost time and stressful negotiations. Talk to your agent to see if it’s the right move for you.
Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Consult with qualified professionals before making any financial decisions.
Michael Mahoney
617-615-9435
mike@mmahoney.com
www.HomesinBostonMass.com
MA. License #9051300
Real Broker LLC License #423031
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- Who: Michael Mahoney, full-time Realtor.
- Where: Greater Boston (Norfolk & Suffolk Counties).
- Experience: 20+ years in home ownership, wealth building & investment.
- Mission: Help clients achieve life goals through real estate.
- Clients: All price points; strong repeat & referral business.
I work in all price points. The majority of my business is repeat clients and the referral of clients from all over Eastern Massachusetts.
I view my role as the advisor who helps people go from the life they have to the life they dream about. I help people go from the “what if” to the “what is”
- Broad Expertise: Sold hundreds of properties – mobile homes to estates, multi-families, condos.
- Specialty: “From section eights to great estates” – no residential property too small or large.
- Area Served: Primarily Norfolk & Suffolk; also Plymouth, Bristol, Middlesex counties.
- Client Commitment: 7-day/week availability, backed by expert market research for targeted results.
- Value: Decades of diverse sales provide invaluable situational awareness for clients.
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