Inclusions and Exclusions:
Usually only the sale contract provides for what is included and excluded in the sale of the
property so there is no confusion by either party. For example a buyer might think that the
central vacuum attachments, fountains, and garage door openers are included with the property. A seller on the other hand may have paid extra for these items and would argue that they are not included as they are not attached to the property and can be moved easily and used at another property.
This is why most sale contracts specifically address any items that are questionable. The
current St. Louis Association of Realtors approved contract provides a section attached as a
sample below to clearly identify all inclusions and exclusions.
INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS.
Note: This contract, not the Seller’s Disclosure Statement, the MLS or other promotional
material, provides for what is to be included in this sale. To avoid any misunderstanding,
the parties are urged to list as “included” or “excluded” any items which may be subject
to question. The purchase price includes all existing improvements on the property (if any)
and appurtenances, fixtures and equipment (which Seller guarantees to own free and clear) including:
All Keys and Remote Entry Controls Dishwashers & Trash Compactors
Electric Garage Door Opener(s) and Control(s) Ovens/Ranges/Stoves and Attachments
Exterior Lighting, Landscaping & Mailbox Built in Microwave Ovens
Invisible Pet Fence Systems & Collars Attached Gas Fired Barbecue Grills
Built in Heating, Ventilating & Cooling Systems Radiator Shields
Attached TV Antennas Built in Plumbing Systems & Fixtures
Satellite Dish(es) Water Softeners & Sump Pump
All Lighting Fixtures & Ceiling Fans All Window Air Conditioning Units
Attached Mirrors and all Bathroom Mirrors Attached Floor Coverings
Attached Shelving & Closet Organizers Curtain & Drapery Hardware
Blinds, Shades, Shutters, & Awnings Screens & Storm Windows
Security & Alarm Systems Attached Fireplace Equipment & Doors
Artificial Fireplace Logs Central Vacuum System & Attachments
All Articles Now Provided For Tenant Use
In addition, the following items are included:_________________________________________
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The following items are excluded:__________________________________________________
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