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Ariel and Adrian discuss the implications of agent steering in home inspections and the importance of choosing the right inspector.

🏡 Not all home inspectors are equal — and your agent's recommendation might be doing more work than you think. Ariel and Adrian unpack a viral home inspector TikTok that sparked a real conversation about agent steering, referral fees, and what actually makes a home inspection worth the $750 you're spending.⚠️ If you've ever wondered whether to skip the inspection or bring a contractor friend instead, this episode will change how you think about it.✅ Why agents recommend (or steer away from) specific inspectors✅ Communication skills vs. technical skills: why both matter✅ When skipping a home inspection might make sense — and the real risk✅ Why your contractor buddy is NOT a home inspector✅ What happens when appliances fail before closing✅ New home inspections: why brand-new builds often have more issues than resale************************0:00 – Intro1:03 – The TikTok that started it all: agent steering clients away from inspectors3:10 – Why agents recommend certain inspectors (and why communication matters as much as skill)5:57 – Real story: a small garage door issue that almost killed a deal8:30 – Should you always get a home inspection? Risk tolerance explained9:39 – What…

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