On July 18, 2006, the Authority announced the postponement of compulsory Homey Estate Reports, which had been due to become department of the Family Enlightenment Packs on 1 June 2007, leaving the future for the inspectors somewhat uncertain . It is expected, however, that they will be required to carry out the Fortitude Performance Certificatation, which remains a mandatory part of the packs.

The pre-delivery inspection, which generally applies to newly-built homes, is a essential estate caption that means the buyer back-number the option (or requirement, depending upon how the real site estate evidence is written) to inspect the property prior to closing or settlement. These inspections generally takes place up to a week before a closing, and they generally allow buyers the first opportunity to inspect their fresh home. Additionally, the inspection is to ensure that all terms of the dicker have been met, that the address is substantially completed, and that major items are in working order.