No. Under 760 CMR 74.00, it is illegal to require, suggest, or encourage buyers to waive their right to a home inspection.
Under the new regulation 760 CMR 74.00, Massachusetts aims to protect homebuyers from pressure tactics that have become common in hot real estate markets. Sellers must understand that they cannot legally push buyers to waive inspections, as doing so violates the spirit—and letter—of consumer protection laws.
Under 760 CMR 74.00, sellers may not:
Compliance protects sellers from:
Sellers should ensure that all discussions about inspections remain neutral and fully transparent. For further details, visit the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Home Inspectors.
MKC Associates recommends that sellers work closely with experienced real estate professionals who understand the implications of 760 CMR 74.00.
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