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.