What Not to Overlook on a Final Walk-through

 

Be sure that:

 

§         Repairs you’ve requested have been made. Obtain copies of paid bills and any related warranties.

§         All items that were included in the sale price—draperies, lighting fixtures—are still there.

§         Screens and storm windows are in place or stored.

§         All appliances are operating.

§         Intercom, doorbell, and alarm are operational.

§         Hot water heater is working.

§         HVAC is working.

§         No plants or shrubs have been removed from the yard.

§         Garage door opener and other remotes are available.

§         Instruction books and warranties on appliances and fixtures are there.

§         All personal items of the sellers and all debris have been removed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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