Does Fluffy Come With the House? April 9, 2008
Posted by ScottAlexander in : Real Estate , trackback
One of the things that is always a source of contention between buyers and sellers is the answer to this question: “What is the seller offering for sale?” Generally, what appears to be part of the house and is attached to the house is part of the sale. So ceiling fans, chandeliers, blinds, etc. are part of the offering unless specifically excluded in writing by the seller.
My twisted sense of humor brings me to the pictures that we realtors post on the internet. We take great pains to stage a house: buying new bedspreads, painting, removing clutter, putting out floral arrangements, etc. Then when the pictures swirl out into cyberspace, prancing across the carefully staged living room is “Fluffy,” the family poodle. I always wonder, “Is the dog part of the deal?”
So I guess my point is simple. If you are a potential buyer or seller, make certain you know exactly what is conveyed in the transaction. The devil (or dog) is in the details. Have your realtor spell it out. And please, don’t offer the family pet as a “buyer incentive.” There are better options.
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