Inspections: Saving the Deal #112102-Video: Module 3

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The transcript covers several Colorado real estate due diligence topics. First, it explains that mold is a bigger issue in Colorado than many assume, especially because of snowmelt, roof leaks, ice dams, hail damage, condensation, tight new construction, and overused whole-home humidifiers. The speaker recommends keeping humidity under 35%, checking for mold after any water event, and using air samples or swabs when needed. They also note that insurance claims for water damage that were opened and then closed may signal hidden mold risk.<br /><br />Next, the speaker discusses R22 refrigerant in older AC systems. Since R22 was phased out and is now scarce and expensive, repairs are often not practical, so replacement is usually the better advice for clients.<br /><br />The transcript then reviews permit due diligence, encouraging agents to pull permits early to identify red flags, verify what work was legally completed, and understand permit statuses like final, pending, void, and admin closed. It also explains VA termite/wood-destroying organism requirements, emphasizing use of the proper NPMA-33 form and checking for termites, carpenter ants, beetles, and rot.<br /><br />Finally, it covers septic transfer-of-title paperwork, sewer scopes, well inspections, and HUD foundation compliance for manufactured homes, stressing early coordination with lenders and inspectors to avoid delays.

Keywords

mold

Colorado real estate

R22 refrigerant

permit due diligence

VA termite inspection

septic transfer-of-title

HUD foundation compliance