Are appliances such as refrigerators and ovens included in the sale?
Do not assume that appliances will be included in the sale. Unless they are included in the purchase agreement, the sellers are not obligated to leave them for you. As a general rule of thumb, however, In California it is customary for the seller to leave the stove and any built-in appliances such as dishwashers, built-in microwaves, etc. Most sellers will take the refrigerator and washer and dryer unless, again, it is agreed to otherwise in the purchase contract. If there are free-standing appliances on the property that you do not want and you are afraid the sellers will leave them, be sure to include in the contract that the sellers remove the items by closing.
