{"id":122768,"date":"2020-03-26T15:00:49","date_gmt":"2020-03-26T21:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/?p=122768"},"modified":"2024-01-15T14:07:12","modified_gmt":"2024-01-15T21:07:12","slug":"10-things-look-for-final-walk-through","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/10-things-look-for-final-walk-through","title":{"rendered":"10 Things to Look for in a Final Walk-Through"},"content":{"rendered":"

Buying a home can be a back-and-forth process, as buyers and sellers negotiate price, repairs, and other sticking points before closing.<\/p>\n

These negotiations can be exhausting. Waiting for a seller to make repairs only keeps you from closing, while fast-moving flippers<\/a> or impatient buyers may be tempted to close as soon as possible. But if you don\u2019t do a final walk-through, you could ultimately lose time and money on your purchase.<\/p>\n

Here’s a guide to help you understand the importance of a final walk-through and what you should look for when it takes place.<\/p>\n

What Is a Final Walk-Through?<\/h2>\n

After all the repairs are completed and the house is ready for closing, buyers have the option of doing a final walk-through of the property. This walk-through allows the buyer to confirm that the seller fulfilled the terms of the deal. It is not <\/em>the time to propose any new repairs or terms.<\/p>\n

Do not rush through this opportunity; conduct your due diligence<\/a> appropriately. The final walk-through typically takes place a few days (or hours) before closing. Once you make things official, you can\u2019t chase after the seller for additional expenses\u2014any oversights will come out of your wallet.<\/p>\n

Sellers are typically not present at the final walk-through. But if they are, you have the chance to ask any final questions and address any \u201cquirks\u201d of the house. Have a list of questions and documents ready for your walk-through.<\/p>\n

What to Bring to a Final Walk-Through<\/h2>\n