Bozeman, MT
Buy Right Guide - Lesson 11
"Why You Shouldn't Waive Your
Rights to the Final Walk-through Inspection!"
The final walk-through inspection is a very
important part of the Home Buying Process that many buyers
forego, most often because they are pressed for time. Don’t
skip this step!
This walk-through is usually conducted within
five days to a few hours of closing. It’s not to negotiate
any new contract changes but simply to make sure that the
agreed-on repairs and condition of the property is in order.
Homes that sit vacant for any length of time could have
a variety of things happen since you last were in the
home. Many people such as home inspectors, exterminators,
plumbers, electricians, other Real Estate Agents, or even
other Home Buyers may have been in the home.
Sometimes drains are plugged during extermination
and could have been left that way with a dripping faucet, and
you may find that your bathroom or kitchen has flooded. Lights,
heat, or A/C might have been left on, door and windows open,
toilets running, etc.
If the home is still occupied right up to closing, do a walk
through with your Real Estate Agent & the Seller. The
Seller can inform you on any quirks about appliances, electricity,
plumbing, the neighbor’s dog, etc. Ask the Seller
for a forwarding address in case you need to contact them
about the property for some reason in the future.
Final Home Inspection Checklist
- Make sure all debris and garbage is removed from the
property
- Check the working condition of all appliances (over,
stove, refrigerator, garbage disposal, microwave, washer/dryer,
etc.)
- Check bathrooms (ventilation fan, hot/cold water, faucets,
toilets flush)
- Check all light fixtures (go through every room turning
them on and off)
- Check for any holes or cracks in walls or ceilings
- Check that garage door openers work
- Check heating and air conditioning
- Check that all doors and windows are closed and locked,
including any out-buildings. You never know what might have
taken up residence in a garage or storage building.
- Check that all agreed-on repairs have been dealt with
Tomorrow Lesson 12 - Bozeman Buy Right Guide
Tomorrow you'll receive Lesson #12 of the
Bozeman Buy Right Guide. In it you'll find out the crucial details of Escrow & Closing.
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