Don't Buy a Reno Home Until You Check These 5 Things

MAKE THIS YOUR YEAR! 🏡 Book your discovery call to learn what a home sale or purchase may look like for you: https://calendly.com/sarahisselling 🏡 Search for NV Homes: https://www.sarahisselling.com/ Reno's climate creates a completely different inspection profile than markets like California, with wind, extreme temperature swings, and wildfire exposure posing the biggest risks to a home's long-term durability. In this video, Sarah Schultz — a Northern Nevada realtor whose father is a retired home inspector — breaks down the five key areas every buyer needs to inspect before closing: roofing (especially clay tile underlayment), stucco and siding sealing issues, HVAC and mechanical systems, window thermal seals, and the new 2026 wildfire insurance contingency now built into Reno-area purchase contracts. She covers what a standard home inspection does and doesn't catch, when to bring in specialists like roofers or HVAC technicians, and how understanding these hidden costs upfront can help buyers negotiate smarter and avoid costly surprises after move-in. I am a REALTOR® with Haute Properties NV, and serve the Greater Reno, NV area! CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/sarah_is_selling Facebook: www.Facebook.com/sarahisselling TikTok: @sarah_is_selling Sarah Schultz, REALTOR® Haute Properties NV Email: [email protected] As your representation in one of the most important decisions you'll ever make, I promise to lead and guide you with transparency, accountability, and creative problem-solving. During the entire home buying and/or selling process you deserve to be heard, feel empowered, and to fully understand each step of the transaction. As my valued client, you will find that I am data-driven, accessible, and highly-responsive. My expertise and familiarity with the local market comes from the unique perspective of someone who did not grow up here, but who intentionally sought out a life and home in this area more than ten years ago. As a real estate agent, I am passionate about being able to serve my family, friends, and my community. I am committed to always going beyond the realm of what is expected, in hopes that a higher standard of excellence can become the new benchmark of this industry. It is my sincerest hope that I can serve you as a valuable resource and exceed every expectation for this experience before, while, and after we meet at the closing table. Disclaimer: Sarah Schultz is a licensed real estate agents in Nevada, with Haute Properties NV, as of the time of making this video. All information given is meant to be educational in nature. Specific financial and liability issues require the advice of appropriate, licensed professionals. The use of the Internet for communications with the firm will not establish an agency relationship. All information provided on this channel is from my personal experiences as a licensed real estate agent. Snag your own HIGH DESERT STATE OF MIND tee: https://sarahisselling.com/highdesert/ 0:00 – Hidden Climate Costs in Reno Real Estate 1:08 – Why Reno's Climate Changes the Inspection Game 2:02 – Roofing: Composite vs. Clay Tile 3:42 – What Inspectors Look For on the Roof 4:50 – Roof-Specific Inspections & Drones 5:28 – New 2026 Wildfire Insurance Contingency 6:48 – Cash Buyers vs. Loan Buyers on Insurance 7:05 – Stucco & Siding Red Flags 8:51 – HVAC & Mechanical Systems 10:52 – Windows & Thermal Seals 12:39 – Mitigation vs. Replacement Mindset 13:27 – Relocating to Reno? What to Know