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Buying a Home:  What You Need to Look for During Your Final Walk Through

 By Julie Jalone

 

Yes it is exciting to go on the Final Walk-Through but lets look at a few points you want to make sure you pay attention to.

 

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. Make sure any remotes, codes, etc are available for when you move in along with the alarm manual so you can reprogram if necessary.

• 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. Don’t forget to check the attic! This is the most commonly overlooked place in a home.

Once you have reached the end, make sure that you have a great time during this process. Remember, when you are being walked through the process and are confident in your Realtor you will have a great experience, no matter what happened along the way.