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Home Inspection Power Plays

Using Home Inspections to Negotiate Smarter in Escrow

Turn your inspection report into a negotiation roadmap so you can spot big‑ticket items and turn repair cost estimates into seller credits without killing the deal.

📅 Originally aired March 14, 2026

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Perfect for first‑time and repeat buyers who want to buy confidently and avoid expensive surprises after closing.

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Home Inspection Power Plays

Home Inspection Power Plays

Using Home Inspections to Negotiate Smarter in Escrow

Turn your inspection report into a negotiation roadmap so you can spot big‑ticket items and turn repair cost estimates into seller credits without killing the deal.

What You Will Learn

👉 Walk into your inspection prepared with the right expectations.

👉 What ‘as is’ really means—and why you still want a home inspection.

👉 Which issues really matter versus what belongs on a punch list.

👉 How to use documented defects and repair cost ranges to request seller credits or repairs.

👉 When to push for a credit, when a price reduction may make more sense, and when it is smart to walk away.

👉 How to feel confident in your decision instead of being blindsided after closing.

Walk away with a simple way to use your inspection report to protect your wallet in escrow.

What You Will Learn

👉 Walk into your inspection prepared with the right expectations.

👉 What ‘as is’ really means—and why you still want a home inspection.

👉 Which issues really matter versus what belongs on a punch list.

👉 How to use documented defects and repair cost ranges to request seller credits or repairs.

👉 When to push for a credit, when a price reduction may make more sense, and when it is smart to walk away.

👉 How to feel confident in your decision instead of blindsided after closing.

Walk away with a simple way to use your inspection report to protect your wallet in escrow.

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Duration: 30 minutes

Cost: Free

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Duration: 30 minutes

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YOUR HOSTS

Maaret Forst
California Real Estate Broker & Coach

As the Managing Broker and Productivity Coach at Keller Williams Thrive Santa Cruz, I bring 20+ years of real estate experience, including nearly 2,000 transactions, to guiding buyers, sellers, and agents through complex California transactions.

KW Thrive

(831) 359-8145

maaretforst.kw.com

CA DRE #01416031

Andrew Cumpston & Paige Bohrer
Pillar To Post Home Inspectors

Andrew and Paige own the local Pillar To Post Home Inspectors serving Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito Counties. They lead a team focused on clear, same‑day reports so buyers and sellers can make confident, informed decisions.

Pillar to Post Home Inspectors

(916) 910-5653

andrewcumpston.pillartopost.com

Brandi Jones
REALTOR®

Brandi Jones is a REALTOR® with Keller Williams Thrive in Santa Cruz, helping buyers and sellers navigate competitive offers, inspections, and negotiations across the Monterey Bay area. She is known for clear communication and guiding clients confidently from offer to closing.

KW Thrive

(831) 588-5145
brandijonesrealtor.com

DRE#01385191

Maaret Forst

California Real Estate Broker & Coach

As the Managing Broker and Productivity Coach at Keller Williams Thrive Santa Cruz, I bring 20+ years of real estate experience, including nearly 2,000 transactions, to guiding buyers, sellers, and agents through complex California transactions.

KW Thrive

(831) 359-8145

[email protected]

maaretforst.kw.com

CA DRE #01416031

Nick Glinkowski

Realtor®

Nick specializes in coastal residential and commercial real estate. Inspired by his father’s service as a Veteran, he is dedicated to helping VA buyers navigate the homebuying process with clarity and a strong offer strategy. Outside of real estate, he enjoys surfing and coaching youth baseball.

KW Thrive

(831) 201-3848

[email protected]

nglink.kw.com

CA DRE #02253618

Ryan Buckholdt

Mortgage Loan Officer

Ryan is a Mortgage Loan Officer and Branch Manager with CrossCountry Mortgage in Santa Cruz. He works with buyers across a wide range of loan programs. Ryan is known for clear communication, accurate numbers, and helping clients structure strong, competitive offers.

Cross Country Mortgage

(831) 425-8326

[email protected]
crosscountrymortgage.com

NMLS #319442

CA DRE #01416031

This material is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or contractor advice. The presenter is a licensed California real estate broker. This webinar does not constitute solicitation of business from those already represented by an agent.