12 Tips for Your Final Walk-Through

These 12 tips could save you from some pretty big headaches down the road.

1. Set aside 30 to 60 minutes for the walk-through and conduct it 24 to 48 hours before closing.

2. Take your contract with you to confirm that items seller agreed to fix have been repaired and items seller agreed to leave are still in the home.

3. Starting inside, open and close windows and doors and check that all latches and locks work.

4. Test heating and air conditioning systems.

5. Confirm all appliances are in 5 working order.

6. Test all light switches and electric 6 outlets.

7. Test smoke detectors

8. Check that faucets work and there are no signs of leaks from faucets, water lines or drain pipes.

9. Flush toilets

10. Confirm tubs, showers and sinks 10 drain promptly.

11. Check exterior of home for signs of damage to doors, windows, screens, siding and roof.

12. Confirm all landscaping that was 12 present at inspection is still in place.