Imagine this: you fall in love with the perfect home, only to discover during the inspection that termites have been at work. Not the surprise anyone wants, right? If you're buying, make sure you always get a termite inspection to avoid those unexpected headaches. And if you're selling, take the proactive route—get your home checked for termites before listing so you don’t have any deal-breaking surprises pop up. Trust me, it's worth it!