REAL ESTATE Q: We are nearing closing on the sale of our home. How clean does the home have to be for the Buyer? Dick Phelps A: When asked this question, I like to look at the Seller and ask them, "What condition would you like your home you were buying to be in at the time of possession?". The home should be emptied and cleaned prior to closing so when the Buyer takes possession they can move their belongings in and enjoy the home. Page 7, line 274 of the Purchase Agreement you as a Seller are presented states, "Seller agrees to remove ALL DEBRIS AND PERSONAL PROPERTY NOT INCLUDED HERE from the Property by possession date." So, not only should you remove "what you want", but also all other personal property regardless of condition and all debris along with thoroughly cleaning the home prior to closing. Even items out of sight behind buildings or in the woods are included in the list of "personal property and debris". "One man's treasure is another man's junk."Unless it is in writing on the purchase agreement and signed, all debris and personal property must be removed. The Buyer is entitled to a walk-through of the property prior to closing during which the condition of the home and items agreed upon to be included must be as at original showing. If the condition of the home, whether unclean or having debris or personal property left is not to the Buyer's acceptance, the closing can be postponed. In such case, the Buyer can either forestall the closing until conditions meet their approval or request compensation for clean-up. Leave the home clean and void of all personal property and debris. Century For Questions Contact: Dick Phelps 218-766-5263 e rphelps@century21dickinson.com DICKINSON REALTORS REAL ESTATE Q: We are nearing closing on the sale of our home. How clean does the home have to be for the Buyer? Dick Phelps A: When asked this question, I like to look at the Seller and ask them, "What condition would you like your home you were buying to be in at the time of possession?". The home should be emptied and cleaned prior to closing so when the Buyer takes possession they can move their belongings in and enjoy the home. Page 7, line 274 of the Purchase Agreement you as a Seller are presented states, "Seller agrees to remove ALL DEBRIS AND PERSONAL PROPERTY NOT INCLUDED HERE from the Property by possession date." So, not only should you remove "what you want", but also all other personal property regardless of condition and all debris along with thoroughly cleaning the home prior to closing. Even items out of sight behind buildings or in the woods are included in the list of "personal property and debris". "One man's treasure is another man's junk."Unless it is in writing on the purchase agreement and signed, all debris and personal property must be removed. The Buyer is entitled to a walk-through of the property prior to closing during which the condition of the home and items agreed upon to be included must be as at original showing. If the condition of the home, whether unclean or having debris or personal property left is not to the Buyer's acceptance, the closing can be postponed. In such case, the Buyer can either forestall the closing until conditions meet their approval or request compensation for clean-up. Leave the home clean and void of all personal property and debris. Century For Questions Contact: Dick Phelps 218-766-5263 e rphelps@century21dickinson.com DICKINSON REALTORS