Summary answer: On the City of Fairfax's fastest-moving listings — the ones going pending in 6-7 days — waiving the inspection can genuinely matter. On the market's more typical listings (21-43 days by other measures), a standard inspection contingency is usually sufficient.
I'm Johnny with JQ Real Estate. Here's how to think about this for Fairfax specifically.
The spectrum of inspection approaches
| Approach | Fit for Fairfax |
|---|---|
| Full contingency | Reasonable for the market's more typical-paced listings |
| Inspection for information only | A strong middle ground on listings drawing real interest |
| Full waiver | Worth considering specifically on the fastest-moving listings |
What matters more than the inspection term alone
Price, financing strength, and closing timeline flexibility all factor into how competitive an offer looks.
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