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I'm Selling My House—Can I Leave Furniture?

Written by Kimberly Smith - Your trusted Las Vegas Real Estate Queen


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What’s Included (and What’s Not) in the Sale of Your Home

If you’re getting ready to sell your home, one of the first things you might wonder is: “Can I leave the furniture?”


Whether it’s that beautiful dining set, mounted TVs, or your backyard grill, it’s smart to ask what stays and what goes—because your buyer will.

Let’s clear up the gray area and give you a strategy that keeps your sale smooth and stress-free.



📦 The Rule of Thumb: If It’s Attached, It Stays

In real estate, a good starting rule is this:

If it’s permanently attached to the property, it’s included in the sale—unless otherwise stated in the contract.

This includes:

  • Built-in appliances (like ovens or microwaves)

  • Light fixtures and chandeliers

  • Mounted shelves or mirrors

  • Ceiling fans

  • TV wall mounts (but not the TV itself)

  • Window treatments (blinds, curtain rods—not always the curtains)

👑 Queen’s Tip: If it takes a screwdriver to remove, it’s probably considered part of the sale—unless you specifically exclude it.

🛋️ What’s Not Automatically Included

Items considered personal property usually go with you—unless you offer to leave them in the deal:

  • Furniture (beds, couches, dining sets)

  • Rugs

  • Freestanding appliances (like washers, dryers, and refrigerators)

  • TVs

  • Patio furniture

  • Décor and artwork


🤝 Can I Offer to Leave Furniture?

Yes—and sometimes it’s a strategic advantage. Leaving high-end or staged furniture can sweeten the deal for buyers or help justify a price point.

But here’s the key: anything not built-in must be spelled out in the contract.

👑 Queen’s Tip: I’ve helped clients negotiate furniture into a sale to close the gap in a bidding war—or used it as leverage to win better terms.

📝 Pro Tip: Reference the Listing Agreement Section 3. Property Offered Sale Section

To avoid confusion (and conflict), we’ll list all items that are included/excluded in the sale in the Listing Contract.

This section outlines:

  • Everything the seller agrees to leave

  • Anything the seller plans to take

  • Fixtures that look attached but will be removed

👑 Queen’s Tip: The more upfront and organized we are, the smoother the closing—and the fewer surprises at walkthrough.

🧾 A Final Note on Appliances

In Las Vegas, it’s common for buyers to expect kitchen appliances—but not washers and dryers. If you’re keeping any of them, we’ll make sure that’s included in the residential purchase contract.


🎯 Bottom Line: Clarity Wins

The last thing you want is a buyer walking in for their final walkthrough and saying, "Wait...where’s the fridge?"


👑 About Kimberly Smith, Kimberly Smith is a top Las Vegas Realtor known for her sharp market insight, strategic approach, and commitment to helping clients move smart—whether buying, selling, or just exploring what’s next. She’s not just a local expert—she’s The Real Estate Queen of Las Vegas.

📞 Connect with Kimberly:📍 Serving Greater Las Vegas | 🏡 Luxury + Residential

📲 (702) 291-7098

📱 Follow on Instagram: realestatequeenoflasvegas




 
 
 

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