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Selling Guide - Responsibility of SellerSmoke DetectorsIn accordance with the provision of Massachusetts General Laws Ch. 148 Section 26E, the Seller is required to have in the dwelling approved smoke detectors, as defined in Chapter 148, Section 26D and in accordance with Chapter 148, Section 26F and shall present to the Buyer at the conveyance, a Certificate if Compliance from the local Fire Department. If there is any question about the placement of smoke detectors, please ask your local fire department or us for guidance. Arrangements should be made well in advance of the closing to have the smoke detectors inspected by a representative of the appropriate Fire Department who will issue a Certificate of Compliance upon inspection. There is generally a fee payable to the respective city or town. Preparation of Deed for BuyerIt is the responsibility of the Seller to deliver to the Buyer a deed conveying the property at the closing. The conveying attorney or your personal attorney could prepare the deed. UtilitiesIt is the Seller's responsibility to shut off utilities in their name as of the date they are vacating the property and to inform broker or buyer of the arrangements so that buyer can initiate service on the same date. Meter readingsWater readings are sometimes included on the Municipal Lien Certificate. If not, the Water Department should be contracted for a final water reading and final bill. Fuel, water and sewer service charges shall be apportioned to date of conveyance. Possession and OccupancySeller shall deliver to Buyer at the time of delivery of the deed possession of the premises, free of all tenants and occupants. By the way, the Buyer has the right to a final inspection prior to the delivery of the deed but must give 24 hours advance notice. InsuranceIt is advisable to check with your insurance agent to make sure that
the property is properly insured with today's high market values.
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