Editorial review: . Practical recommendations are editorial guidance; source checks and their limits are listed below.
Bring the agreement and repair evidence
Have the contract, agreed repair list, invoices or permits where relevant, and your prior inspection notes available. Walk the property systematically and document anything materially different. A final walkthrough is not a substitute for an earlier inspection or a specialist’s repair verification.
Check systems and included items
With permission and appropriate support, confirm utilities remain on and check agreed appliances, cooling, plumbing, pool equipment and access controls. Look for new leaks or move-out damage. Match fixtures and other included items to the contract, including remotes, keys and any transferred equipment agreements.
Resolve problems before assuming possession
Send documented concerns to your representative and escrow team promptly. Ask what the agreement permits and how an agreed resolution will be recorded. Confirm funding, recording and authorized key release separately. Obtain gate registration and service contacts without assuming the old owner’s credentials will continue.
The best local decision comes from pairing a broad community understanding with address-specific verification. Details can change; confirm the facts that matter to your plans.