Walk-Through

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Definition

A final inspection of the property before closing to ensure agreed-upon repairs were completed and nothing else broke. Your last chance to catch the seller's damage before you own the disaster.

Example Usage

During the walk-through, we discovered the seller hadn't actually fixed the roof as promised.

Origin

Standard real estate transaction practice

Fun Fact

Walk-throughs often happen 24 hours before closing and can delay closing if problems are discovered

Source: Real estate transaction best practices

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