Here it is the end of November and wonderful fall weather! Mornings are chilly hovering in low 20’s but warming up to mid 50’s. Such blue bird days and wonderful stars at night! We are spoiled! Come join us!
Thinking about buying an older home? First and foremost get an inspection! Inspectors might steer you towards getting the foundation inspected, electrical and plumbing inspected by licensed professionals.
Check the crawl space and attic for proper insulation.
Does the home need new windows? Doors?
How’s the neighbor? Barking dogs, screaming family, loud music?
How’s the landscaping? Old trees that need trimming or taken down?
How’s the sewer lines? Might want to get an inspector to do a sewer scope.
How’s the roof? Siding?
Do your homework before you buy and you can save yourself some money and stress. For more tips: call Carrie Summers 970-759-2540 MancosHomes.com
A final walkthrough is an opportunity for a home buyer to inspect a home. The final walkthrough before closing ensures the buyer’s new home is being delivered as spelled out in the purchase contract.
During your final walkthrough you will check to see that the home is in the same condition as you last saw it, the seller has performed any negotiated repairs, everything is in working order and there is no new damage to the home.
A final walkthrough should be done just prior to closing. Anywhere from just before closing to 48 hours before closing.
The time to do your final walkthrough is after the sellers have completely vacated the property.
Ideally, if the home seller vacates a day or two early that is best for the homebuyer. But in reality, sometimes the seller’s move goes right up to the closing.
You want the home vacated for the walkthrough so you ensure items are not left behind for you to trash and you can easily inspect the home.
Start talking about the final walkthrough 7 days prior to your closing.
This allows time to set expectations for both the buyer and the seller. If they vacate a day before closing this allows time to fix or negotiate any walkthrough issues.
You and your real estate agent should both attend the final walkthrough. Often the seller’s agent will be present as well. But, really anyone can be present.
On occasion, the home seller will be present. Though as a buyer’s agent I prefer they don’t attend. The final walkthrough just prior to closing is for your benefit and I don’t want my homebuyer’s distracted with idle chit chat.
Sometimes, if there are items like a hot tub, generator, etc… is present the seller can give a quick tutorial of how to run the equipment if they are present. That can be done at the final walkthrough or at a previous get together.
As you are walking through the home you should expect the following as spelled out in your purchase and sale agreement:
Be prepared with the following before walking through your new home before closing.
Just above the town of Mancos, there are endless hiking trails where you can explore and seldom see anyone. This past weekend I hiked on some old closed off mining roads and never saw a soul! At 10 am it was 56 degrees and after hiking 6 miles it had warmed up to 67! Pretty sweet when Phoenix and Albuquerque areas are having record breaking heat this summer.
I am always looking for a hiking buddy! Come explore with me and find out why Mancos is a great place to call home!!
Purchasing a home is arguably one of the biggest financial decisions you will make in your lifetime. As you start your hunt, don’t forget there will be other costs associated with your purchase then the price of the home. Here are 5 fees to keep in mind as you begin to budget.
I’m here to help! Carrie Summers 970-759-2540
Stuck at home, and spending way too much time on the internet? Go to MancosHomes.com and start dreaming about your new home! Then start working on the outside of your home! First impressions are huge! Declutter, and fix things and get ready to sell your home! Need help? I’m here 970-759-2540
Excited about getting a tax refund and thinking about the 60″ TV you can buy or thinking of buying that new couch? Well how about using it to buy a home!
