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ARE OTHER SYSTEMS OR ITEMS PRESENT AND INCLUDED IN THE SALE PRICE?

                     Yes     No       Condition       Cost to install or repair

Security System     _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

Garage door opener _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

Water Softener      _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

Sprinkler system    _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

Pool or Spa         _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

Intercom            _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

T.V. Antenna        _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

Ceiling fans        _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

Fireplace gas logs _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

Draperies           _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

Storage buildings   _____   _____    _______________   __________________________

Is a seller’s disclosure available?

Make a list of questions to ask the seller, or to have your agent inquire of

The seller.

What is the appraised value of the house?                ___________________________

What is the seller's asking price of the house?          ___________________________

Has the seller agreed to a dollar amount for repairs?    ___________________________

What is the estimated cost for repairs?                  ___________________________

OTHER INFORMATION

School District:   ____________________ Tax rate:   _______________________________

Utility District:  ____________________ Tax rate:   _______________________________

In city or county? ____________________ Tax rate:   _______________________________

HOUSE HUNTING TIPS

• Try not to see too many houses in one day. Looking at too many houses at one time can be confusing and exhausting.
• Are there any special features or "must have" items that you are looking for in your new house? Make a list.
• Be sure your real estate agent knows exactly what type of houses that you are looking for - - or at least as much as possible.
• When looking at houses, always bring along a map. Preferably one that you can write or make notes on.
• Bring along a camera or video recording equipment.
• Be sure to bring a note pad and tape measure with you. Make sketches of the floor plans that you like.
• When visiting houses, pick up a copy of the Seller's Disclosure Notice whenever possible. Also look for buyer information about special home features or recent improvements and repairs.
• Use a small rubber ball, marble, or pocket level to check for sloping floors, counter tops, door frames, etc.
• If you want to know what kind of utility bills to expect in your new house, you can call the utility company to get the highest and lowest bills for the last 12 months.
• Check with the county appraiser to get a rough idea of how much the house is worth and what your taxes will be.
• Flood insurance maps are usually available at the library.
• Never be afraid to ask questions.

Call 603-826-4207 / Cell 603-477-8072 Baker Home Inspection and Consulting, to inspect your new home. A "do-it-yourself" inspection is a good basis for comparing several houses to make a final selection. It can also help you to feel more certain about the quality and condition of the house you choose. Baker Home Inspection and Consulting will provide you with a non-biased evaluation of the condition of the home. This evaluation, combined with the information that the seller and real estate agent can provide, along with your own observations, will help you to eliminate much of the guess-work when buying a home. Reassurance that you are buying a sound home will give you peace of mind.

HOUSE ADDRESS _______________________________________________

AGENT'S NAME AND PHONE ____________________________________

This home buyer's checklist may be photocopied or reproduced for individual use, providing that it is reproduced in its entirety and is not altered in any way. Systematic or multiple reproduction of any part of this Home Buyer's Checklist or inclusion in any material for publication or resale is permissible only with prior written permission from  Baker Home Inspection and Consulting.

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