Selling A Home What Attachments Stay or Go
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Selling a Home: What Stays or Goes?
Navigating Attachments in Real Estate
The process of selling or buying a home can be complicated, especially when it's a FSBO (For Sale By Owner) transaction. It becomes even more challenging when neither party is well-versed in real estate. One major point of confusion is determining what stays with the house and what goes when it's sold.
Understanding Attachments
In many states, "attached" has a specific meaning in real estate. Basically, anything attached to the property is considered part of the real estate and not personal property. This means fixtures like chandeliers, doorknobs, and kitchen cabinets are typically expected to remain with the home after the sale.
To decide if something should stay or go, consider if it’s physically attached to the property. For example, plants directly in the ground usually stay, but those in movable planters can go. Evaluate each item's attachment to the property to make a clear determination.
Sellers, Take Note!
If you're selling and have put effort into your home's attachments, you might want to keep a few items. Can you legally do this? What if the chandelier is a cherished wedding gift from Aunt Elizabeth that you plan to keep?
Stay calm! There are ways to handle this situation. One option is to state in the listing, "The chandelier does not convey." However, beware?"this might pique the buyer's interest in those exact items, potentially leading to disputes.
A better approach is to remove any such items before listing your home. Replace the Tiffany lamp with another attractive fixture and pack away your cherished possessions. Ensure replacements are well-done so it’s not obvious a change was made. This way, what buyers see is what they get, leading to a smoother sale process for everyone.
Conclusion
Before listing your home, carefully analyze any attachments. Avoid losing important items like Aunt Elizabeth's wedding gift by addressing these issues early. Happy selling!
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