▸case-13 Under contract on a 1991 Charlotte suburban home for $410,000. Inspector identified polybutylene plumbing supply lines throughout, 15-year-old architectural shingle roof, reversed hot/cold kitchen faucet, and missing smoke detector batteries. Decode these findings into risk levels, plain meanings, and negotiation priorities. | pass→pass | 17,918 | 19,380 | +8% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 3,043 | 3,214 | +6% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-20 Please write a legally binding 3-paragraph inspection contingency clause that I can paste into standard real estate purchase contract form state templates. | pass→fail | 14,629 | 13,023 | -11% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 1,726 | 2,072 | +20% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-21 Calculate the exact monthly mortgage principal, interest, property taxes, and home insurance payment for a $450,000 home loan at 6.875% fixed rate over 30 years with $50,000 down payment. | pass→pass | 17,843 | 14,536 | -19% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 3,937 | 4,041 | +3% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-22 Give me step-by-step DIY instructions and a complete tool list for replacing cracked ceramic bathroom floor tile and repairing damaged cement backer board. | pass→pass | 23,839 | 25,037 | +5% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 3,265 | 4,211 | +29% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-01 I just got our home inspection report back for a 1984 suburban split-level in Atlanta listed at $450,000. We are under contract with a strict 5-day inspection contingency and have low appetite for big renovation work. Here are the findings: main roof shows active water intrusion near the chimney, double-tapped breakers in the main panel, original 25-year-old furnace still running, cracked tile on guest bath floor, and a wobbly front door handle. Can you break this down for me? I need you to categorize these into major safety or structural issues, minor cosmetic stuff to ignore, items requiring a dedicated licensed professional, and specific asks for seller credits or repairs. Finish up with a clear gut-check advice on whether we should move forward, play hardball, or walk away. | pass→pass | 26,208 | 20,922 | -20% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 3,186 | 3,305 | +4% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-02 We are currently negotiating our contract on a 1925 bungalow in Seattle priced at $620,000. We have about $15,000 in savings reserved for post-purchase repairs. The inspector noted: sloping floor in the hallway with a recommendation for further structural evaluation, original galvanized plumbing showing heavy corrosion, missing outlet covers in the bedrooms, and peeling paint on the back deck railing. Please translate this report for us into lay terms. Organize the output so I can see serious high-cost or safety items, things worth asking the seller to credit or fix, items needing an expert specialist, and irrelevant cosmetic flaws. Conclude with a clear overall call on whether to proceed, negotiate hard, or walk. | pass→pass | 22,583 | 16,847 | -25% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,730 | 2,815 | +3% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-03 My partner and I are under contract for a 2008 townhome in Dallas for $310,000. We are first-time buyers with practically zero repair cushion and want a turnkey place. The inspector listed: dead GFCI outlets in the kitchen, active water staining on the top-floor drywall below the primary bathroom, rusted drain pan under the water heater, missing window screen in living room, and minor driveway hairline cracks. Please process these results into a structured triage summary: explain what the serious findings actually mean, detail what we should target for seller concessions or repairs, call out any required trade specialist follow-ups, separate out the non-issues, and give an overall verdict on whether to buy, negotiate, or back out. | pass→pass | 23,825 | 19,866 | -17% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,876 | 3,204 | +11% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-04 Evaluating a 1950 brick ranch home in Chicago listed at $380,000 while deciding whether to make an offer. The inspection report notes vertical foundation cracks along the north wall with seller-recommended further evaluation by an engineer, along with a 20-year-old water heater and missing caulking around bathtub. Buyers want a low-maintenance home. Categorize these findings by urgency, plain-English meaning, specialist needs, and negotiation potential. | pass→pass | 22,733 | 17,298 | -24% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,894 | 2,867 | -1% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-05 We are under contract on a $520,000 single-family home in Phoenix built in 1998. Findings: 18-year-old AC unit near end of life, broken clay roof tiles, exposed wiring in attic, and scuffed baseboards in hallway. We have $10k in post-closing funds. Break down what is urgent versus cosmetic, what requires a specialist, and what to demand from sellers. | pass→pass | 22,742 | 16,240 | -29% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,984 | 2,746 | -8% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-06 We received an inspection report on a 1970 split-level home in Denver ($550,000 list). Findings include radon levels at 6.5 pCi/L, main sewer line root intrusion noted for plumber evaluation, loose toilet base in powder room, and chip on laminate countertop. Triage these issues into plain language with negotiation strategies and specialist recommendations. | pass→pass | 26,288 | 16,247 | -38% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,799 | 2,738 | -2% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-07 Buying a 1972 Miami condo for $290,000 as a rental investment. Report indicates single-strand aluminum branch wiring, active ceiling leak under master bedroom AC handler, non-grounded three-prong outlets, and rusted patio door latch. Categorize the findings into safety risks, specialist referrals, and seller concession targets. | pass→pass | 21,299 | 17,928 | -16% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,561 | 2,957 | +15% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-08 Contracting on an 1890 Victorian multi-family in Boston for $850,000. Report details active knob-and-tube wiring in attic, sagging floor joists in basement, drafty single-pane windows, and missing fireplace screen. Explain these items plain-English, categorize by risk level, and specify which items justify seller credits. | pass→pass | 22,461 | 18,690 | -17% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,823 | 3,123 | +11% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-09 Reviewing an inspection on a 2005 Austin single-family home listed for $640,000. Inspection lists leaning rear retaining wall over 4 feet tall, failing pool pump motor, worn roof shingles, and minor drywall popping in closet. Triage this into serious risks, specialist referrals, negotiable credit targets, and minor items. | pass→pass | 15,536 | 14,519 | -7% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,500 | 3,209 | +28% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-10 Under contract on a 1948 Portland home for $490,000. The inspector found abandoned underground heating oil tank with unknown soil status (recommends specialist scope), moss accumulation on roof, outdated 60-amp electrical panel, and squeaky hardwood floor. Triage the report findings into risk tiers, specialist needs, and overall decision advice. | pass→pass | 23,109 | 17,174 | -26% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,955 | 2,969 | +0% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-11 Inspecting a 1995 Nashville home priced at $425,000. Findings show missing deck ledger board flashing with wood rot, active subterranean termite tube evidence in crawlspace, leaking garbage disposal, and torn window screens. Provide plain-English meanings, trade follow-ups, and negotiation guidance. | pass→pass | 20,960 | 15,275 | -27% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,681 | 2,568 | -4% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-12 Reviewing findings on a $360,000 Minneapolis home built in 1962: heavy efflorescence on basement masonry walls with active sump pump failure, lack of attic insulation leading to historical ice damming, and sticky sliding closet door. Triage into safety/structural, negotiable targets, trade calls, and non-issues. | pass→pass | 15,859 | 16,950 | +7% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,477 | 2,775 | +12% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-14 Evaluating a 2012 Las Vegas home listed at $510,000. Inspection shows hairline exterior stucco cracks, leaking pool filtration valve, failed thermal seal on patio slider glass, and missing garage door safety eye sensor. Triage the findings plain-English, flag trade specialists, and advise on seller asks. | pass→pass | 19,566 | 15,472 | -21% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,410 | 2,550 | +6% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-15 Reviewing an inspection for a $475,000 Salt Lake City property built in 1978. Report reveals unpermitted finished basement with open junction boxes, active roof ridge cap damage, missing furnace filter, and scratched laminate flooring. Triage into risk categories, specialist recommendations, and negotiation positions. | pass→pass | 23,963 | 15,862 | -34% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 3,078 | 2,637 | -14% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-16 Inspecting a 1930 Cleveland home priced at $220,000. Inspector noted friable asbestos insulation wrapping basement boiler pipes, active plumbing trap leak under bathroom sink, missing handrail on basement stairs, and chipped paint on trim. Provide plain-language translation, triage risk levels, and negotiation targets. | fail→fail | 14,774 | 15,171 | +3% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,494 | 2,503 | +0% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-17 Buying a Florida home built in 1985 for $460,000. Inspection highlights soffit rot near fascias, undersized wind mitigation roof tie-downs, non-functioning GFCI in garage, and rusted outdoor light fixture. Organize into plain-English meanings, trade recommendations, and negotiation priorities. | pass→pass | 19,270 | 16,277 | -16% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,501 | 2,742 | +10% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-18 Evaluating a 1976 San Diego house for $890,000. Report lists unstrapped water heater in seismic zone, main panel subpanel double lugging, worn garbage disposal splash guard, and loose toilet seat. Triage findings, note specialist calls, and identify seller repair requests. | pass→pass | 19,056 | 9,663 | -49% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,440 | 2,518 | +3% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-19 Under contract on a 1996 Columbus house for $340,000. Report identifies suspected crack in gas furnace heat exchanger with HVAC specialist evaluation advised, minor garage floor settlement, missing exhaust fan in half bath, and loose kitchen cabinet hinge. Triage risk level, lay language, and seller requests. | pass→pass | 19,565 | 16,026 | -18% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,427 | 2,747 | +13% | 0 | 0 | — |