The seller may have made repairs or added a room to the property. For example, the property may have an obvious improvement, covered patio, or garage, or may have been remodeled. The buyer should feel comfortable that the work was properly done or have an expert evaluate the work. Request copies of permits, invoices or other documentation regarding the work performed. The Registrar of Contractors’ (“ROC”) publication, Hiring a Licensed Contractor, is available on the ROC website, www.rc.state.az.us/Consumer_menu.html. The Arizona Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry may be contacted at http://aznari.com/. For information regarding permits, contact the city or county building department.