Interior inspection and handover: a buyer research checklist
Record condition, access, occupancy and handover obligations before a bank-property purchase.
PropertyAlpha research · 2 November 2026
Confirm access
Identify who has the keys and authority to arrange access. Confirm the date and areas accessible. Exterior photos cannot establish interior condition.
Document condition
Record dated photographs, visible defects, moisture signs, electrical and plumbing concerns, fixtures and furniture. Use qualified inspectors for technical conclusions and cost estimates.
Clarify occupancy
An advertisement without an occupant warning is not proof of vacancy. Ask who uses the property, whether any lease exists and who bears responsibility for vacant handover.
Agree the handover record
Match meter readings, keys, access cards, included items and outstanding payments to the contract. Track unresolved work and confirm completion with evidence.
References and next steps
These are research questions and modelling principles. No property availability, buyer eligibility or financial result is confirmed by this guide.