First and foremost, don’t stress! Most walk-throughs don’t reveal any serious issues. We’ll help you know what to look for, before you get the keys to your new home!
Create your walk-through checklist
Create your checklist with your Realtor. Go through room by room and make notes. General things to have on your list would be the status of appliances, plumbing, outlets and lights. Look at windows, doors, handles, and cabinets. Notify your Realtor if any items need to be fixed.
Double check to see if repairs were completed
Usually sellers intend to be honest - some might take a shortcut. Pay attention to the details.
A good rule of thumb is asking for receipts of these repairs in advance of the walk-through or ask them to send you a photo of completed work.
Don’t forget hard-to-reach areas
You may not have had the time to check out details such as rugs hiding damage to a floor, or a piece of furniture blocking holes in the wall. Boxes may be stacked up in a move, so check behind things.
Make sure nothing has been removed
Be sure you have the same appliances and fixtures that were first present. Anything that was connected by wires or pipes should still be there. Also check fixtures and pulls to ensure they’re in the same condition before the home changes hands.
Don't get upset if it’s a bit messy
Most contracts ask for a place to be ‘broom clean’. What this means is a tidy place, but you can’t expect it to be super clean. That’s going to be left up to the buyer. Minor issues can be fixed.
Don’t worry, be happy. You’ve got one step left now, moving in.
Bud Jones - Prescott Realtor wants you to know what to look for on the final walk-through of your Prescott home purchase. With his 30-plus years in real estate, Bud can expertly guide you through buying and selling your Prescott home. Contact Bud Jones today at 928-710-0643 to schedule an appointment. Learn more at http://www.budsellsprescotthomes.com.
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