Prior to Closing:

1. Install smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms.  Get certificate from town’s Fire department.

2. Notify utility companies of passing/possession date:

• Gas and electric companies (10 days prior)
• Request water meter reading
• Request oil company measure oil tank if applicable
• Discontinue phone service and cable

3. Make sure all warranties and instructions remain (these are usually left in a kitchen drawer so they will be easily found by the new owners).

4. Change of address:

• Drivers license -  Bank accounts   - Dog license
• Credit cards & creditors - Place of employment  - Post office
• Insurance companies  - Subscriptions

5. Make moving arrangements.

6. Notify household insurance agent of closing date in order to cancel present policy.

Bring to Closing:  Be sure to bring driver’s license or another form of photo ID.

1. Deed from Seller to Buyer, prepared by attorney of your choice.
2.  All keys to property and garage door remote openers (if installed)
3. Alarm company codes and info if applicable
4. Statement from oil company attesting to amount remaining in tank and/or amount for a full tank and documentation of a paid bill if applicable.
5. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide certificate from Fire department.
6. Paid final water bill and final reading.
7. Satisfactory Title V Inspection Report and/or Certificate of Compliance from the Board of Health, if applicable
8. Copy of recently paid tax bill.
9. If you have agreed to provide a Home Warranty for the buyers, please bring a personal check to the closing.

Note:  Sellers are required to pay revenue stamps of $4.56 per $1,000.00 based on the selling price at the passing of title.