Why Is a Final Walk-through Necessary when Buying?

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Today we are going to discuss what exactly happens on a final walk-through when buying a home. It’s very important to have this final walk-through before closing so you protect yourself as a buyer in the event that something has happened to a home since your inspection. We have heard horror stories of trees falling on homes the day before closing, and that’s just not something you want to have to deal with.

We do our final walk-through immediately before signing the final papers. If we are closing at 2:00, we would have the final walk-through at 1:00. Usually at the walk-through, we have the buyers and their agent, as well as the seller’s agent and sometimes the seller. We then physically walk through the property to confirm it is still in the same condition it was before.

Sometimes things pop up during the final walk-through. A common concern is the seller leaving personal property behind. If something like this pops up, it’s the agents’ job to work together to find an appropriate solution. Once that is found, we will go sign the papers together.

If you are an out-of-town buyer or looking at a vacation property, that is just fine. We have represented many buyers in the past at the final walk-through, and would happy to represent you and pass the information along.

If you have any questions for us, feel free to give us a call or send us a quick email. We can’t wait to hear from you!