Title: Fixtures, Furniture, and Finishes: Misunderstandings to Outline in a Purchase Agreement – Real Estate 101 – Trulia Blog
Headings: Fixtures, Furniture, And Finishes: Misunderstandings That Kill Home Sales
Fixtures, Furniture, And Finishes: Misunderstandings That Kill Home Sales
Content: Therefore, sellers often spell out whether appliances stay or go ahead of time, in the listing or on the seller’s disclosure form. But other items, from built-ins to light fixtures, can cause confusion if a buyer expects them to stay (and makes an offer with those things in mind), while the seller fully intends to pack them up. What’s a fixture, and what’s its significance? A fixture in a home can be anything, as long as it’s attached to the property, and attached in such a way that its removal would cause damage. “ The general rule of thumb is this: If it takes a screwdriver to remove the item, it is generally considered a fixture of the property,” says Jeff Knox, a Texas real estate agent. Appliances: Dishwashers, built-in microwaves, cooktops, and sinks almost always stay with a house. But the fridge and the washer/dryer are often up for discussion, as might be a drop-in range. Typically, if it’s built into the cabinetry, it stays.