Yeah, skipping the inspection is one of those things that sounds good in theory—until your ceiling starts dripping like a bad horror movie. I’ve bought a couple places from relatives and, honestly, it’s wild how fast “family discount” turns into “family drama” when there’s water damage or a busted furnace. You nailed it: paperwork and inspections keep things from turning into Thanksgiving-level awkwardness down the road. Family deals can be awesome, just gotta treat them with the same respect as any other sale... maybe even more.
Couldn’t agree more about the “family discount” turning into a headache if you skip the basics. My cousin sold me his place and swore up and down everything was solid—turns out, the plumbing was a ticking time bomb. We had to hash it out over a few awkward dinners. I get wanting to save money or speed things up, but honestly, inspections and clear paperwork are just non-negotiable for me now. It’s not about trust, it’s about protecting everyone’s sanity (and wallets) in the long run.
