For example: items at the property that you are buying
If you are buying a house and find the perfect “play set” in the backyard and fail to mention that this is important in your decision to buy this property to your agent, it can be a serious disappointment when you arrive at move in and the “play set” was taken by the Seller.
A Seller’s Disclosure is typically attached and made a part of the sales contract, but if the Seller noted that the “play set” was being removed and taken to their new property……..and the agent and you failed to have a discussion about this particular item, the result is less than satisfactory.
Be sure that a Special Stipulation is included in the contract that specifies all of the items that are to be included in the purchase price and to remain with the property in or to avoid disappointment.
Helen Lynch
Senior Vice President
Managing Broker, Sandy Springs office
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January 27, 2007 at Epm5831eSat, 27 Jan 2007 20:40:58 +00001
Dana Grier
I could not agree more with Helen! As a Realtor. I know that I try to ask my clients up front what is important to them in their search for their new home but there are so many things that are important that as a buyer you do not think of each aspect initially. So many times when you preview homes with your Realtor you may discover that the “play-set” in the backyard or the nice new barbeque set on the deck is a wonderful selling feature of that home. Unfortuntely Realtors cannot read minds and may not be aware of this new aspect without being advised so. We are here to represent you in the transaction and want to make sure that we do so at the fullest. Don’t be afraid or embarrased to mention each and every item that you are contemplating. By doing so we have the opportunity to make sure that you are 100% pleased with your new home!