Your Final Walk-Through
When you buy a house, you’ll do a final walk-through of the property in the days or hours before closing. This is an important step in the homebuying process, as it gives you one last chance to assess the condition of the house before signing on the dotted line. Attention to detail is paramount.
As you approach your closing day, here’s what you’ll want to consider as you walk through the home.
1. Repairs
If you asked the Seller to make certain repairs after the inspection, you’ll want to make sure those were done properly. If they weren’t, we might want to delay the closing, or ask for credits from the Sellers to make up for it.
2. Functional Systems
Do the electric, HVAC, and plumbing systems work properly? Turn on all the lights, flush the toilets, run each faucet, and adjust the thermostat. You’ll want to be sure all systems are working before finalizing your purchase.
3. Extra Items
The home should be clean and clear of all the previous owner’s belongings - except for items included in the sale. Anything left behind will need to be removed before you move into the property.
4. Fixtures and Chattels
Check all the fixtures and appliances that were agreed upon. If you negotiated with the Seller to leave their TV mounts, or washer and dryer, are they there? Are they working? We can double-check your sales contract if you’re unsure what should be included.
You should also snap photos during the final walk-through, particularly if you spot anything that wasn’t repaired, or needs to be removed. We can use them to show the Seller’s agent when addressing things.
Please get in touch if you have questions about homebuying, or any other real estate needs.
