Why Every Investor Agent Needs a Sewer Scope to Protect Profits

Summary:This episode highlights the critical importance of performing professional sewer scopes during the inspection contingency period. Host Randy Zimmer shares a cautionary case study of an investor who skipped the scope, leading to a $5,000 repair and a week of lost showings during a high-profile "launch". Agents will learn how to use a $300–$500 inspection to negotiate seller credits, avoid post-renovation disasters, and prevent buyer doubt caused by mid-listing construction.