Today, the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities officially recorded the final regulations for the home inspection law passed under the Affordable Homes Act last summer.
- A member webinar open to Berkshire REALTORS and AFFILIATES is scheduled for June 26th @ 9 a.m. via zoom: REGISTER HERE!
New Implementation Date: Thanks to advocacy by MAR, the start date has been pushed back from July 15 to October 15, 2025. This gives us more time to prepare, update forms, and educate clients.
New Disclosure Requirement: Sellers will now be required to provide a signed disclosure to buyers, confirming that the buyer has been informed of their 10 day right [changed in implementation to reasonable period] to inspect the property. This must be signed by both parties before entering into a purchase contract. (sound familiar, lead paint anyone?)
Important Changes from the Draft Rules
- Limited liability under Chapter 93A now only applies if the disclosure form isn’t provided.
- New construction is exempt from the disclosure requirement.
- Licensed home inspectors no longer exempt from the regulations.
- More flexibility for negotiating inspection timing and repair contingencies.
What’s Next:
- MAR is working with the state on the final disclosure form
- The Forms Committees for both MAR and Berkshire are updating relevant forms
- A member webinar for Berkshire REALTORS is scheduled for June 26th @ 9 a.m. via zoom: REGISTER HERE!
For full details, visit MAR’s Home Inspection Website.