The Step-by-Step Timeline from Digs Report Order to Closing
One of the most common frustrations in real estate is the feeling of flying blind — not knowing what's coming next or when. The Digs Report is designed to change that. By front-loading the data and inspection work, sellers gain a clear, predictable path from decision to closing. Here's how the timeline typically unfolds.
Week 1: Order and Inspection
The process begins when the seller orders the Digs Report. A licensed inspector is dispatched to the property, typically within a few business days. The inspection covers structural components, mechanical systems, roof, foundation, electrical, plumbing, and more. Simultaneously, title and neighborhood data are pulled and compiled. Most sellers receive their complete report within 5–7 business days of ordering.
Weeks 2–3: Review, Repair, and Prep
With the report in hand, sellers work with their agent to prioritize findings. This window is where strategic decisions happen:
- Decide which defects to repair, disclose, or price in
- Obtain contractor bids for any planned repairs
- Review title findings and resolve any clouds or liens
- Finalize list price using the report's market and condition data
This preparation phase is what separates proactive sellers from reactive ones. Addressing issues now prevents the renegotiation spiral that derails so many transactions later.
Weeks 4–6: List, Offer, and Under Contract
The home lists with the Digs Report available to prospective buyers — a transparency signal that builds confidence and reduces the likelihood of surprise demands post-inspection. Qualified buyers move faster when they already have the data. Offers tend to be cleaner, with fewer contingency-driven negotiations. Once under contract, the buyer's due diligence period is shorter because much of the discovery work is already done.
Weeks 7–10: Due Diligence to Closing
With a pre-vetted property and clean title data already in hand, the path to closing is significantly smoother. Lender appraisals proceed without condition surprises. Title work moves faster. Fewer last-minute repair requests emerge. Sellers who use the Digs Report consistently report fewer days on market and a higher rate of on-time closings — because the hard work was done before the listing, not during it.