REAL ESTATE NEWS from Brad Gough



May 14th, 2018

Your Home Expert Team
Brad Gough, Kia Albano, Sara Myers, Sumer Byram, Kim Wert, Emily Martz




Home Inspections: What to Expect
Source: HGTV

So you made an offer, it was accepted, and now your next task is to have the home inspected prior to closing. Often times, agents make your offer contingent on a clean home inspection.

This contingency allows you to renegotiate the price you paid for the home, ask the sellers to cover repairs, or even, in some cases, walk away. Your agent can advise you on the best course of action once the report is filed.



How to Choose an Inspector

Your agent will most likely have a short list of inspectors that they have worked with in the past that they can recommend to you. HGTV recommends that you consider the following 5 areas when choosing the right home inspector for you:

1. Qualifications Find out what is included in your inspection and if the age or location of your home may warrant specific certifications or specialties.

2. Sample Reports Ask for a sample inspection report so you can review how thoroughly they will be inspecting your dream home. The more detailed the report, the better in most cases.

3. References Do your homework. Ask for phone numbers and names of past clients who you can call to ask about their experiences.

4. Memberships Not all inspectors belong to a national or state association of home inspectors, and membership in one of these groups should not be the only way to evaluate your choice. Membership in one of these organizations often means that continued training and education are provided.

5. Errors & Omission Insurance Find out what the liability of the inspector or inspection company is once the inspection is over. The inspector is only human after all, and it is possible that they might miss something they should have seen.

You should tag along during the inspection, that way they can point out anything that should be addressed or fixed.

Do not be surprised to see your inspector climbing on the roof or crawling around in the attic and on the floors. The job of the inspector is to protect your investment and find any issues with the home, including but not limited to: the roof, plumbing, electrical components, appliances, heating & air conditioning systems, ventilation, windows, the fireplace and chimney, the foundation, and so much more!


Current Listings


Fishers - $465,900


Noblesville - Now Pending


Indianapolis - $360,000


Indianapolis - $489,900


Brownsburg - Now Pending


Fishers - Now Pending


Greenfield - Now Pending


McCordsville - Now Pending



Do You Know Someone Looking To Buy or Sell?


It is a common misconception that a real estate agent primarily learns of someone looking to buy or sell a home when someone simply calls an agency looking for an agent to help them. Although this can happen, it is very rare. In fact, over 80% of the referrals I receive come from past clients and past coworkers just like you. The other 15-20% of referrals comes from our national network of relocation companies and other Coldwell Banker agencies across the country.

The greatest compliment I can receive is when someone like you refers me to a friend, coworker or family member of theirs. If you, or someone you know, are looking to either buy or sell a home then I would certainly appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Do you know of someone looking to buy or sell a home?




Contact Brad Gough




Bradley Thomas Gough
Associate Broker



12401 Old Meridian Street
Carmel, In 46032

Email brad@btgough.com

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Charities Supported


There are so many great charities out there that and it is very hard to decide what to donate to. My wife Elissa and I have been very fortunate and have a good life. We simply can't donate to everything, however, we are very passionate about several different causes. We are sustaining members for the following organizations and encourage each of you to donate in any way you can to a cause that you are passionate about too.











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