Committee debates adding explicit buyer walkthrough to contract

The committee considered whether to add an explicit buyer "walkthrough" right to paragraph 7A of the One‑to‑Four contract after brokers described recurring end‑of‑sale disputes in multiple Texas markets. Several brokers told the group that sellers sometimes deny buyers access for a final visual check before closing, producing last‑minute complaints and agent phone calls. One broker said, “I think an alert to the seller that the buyer may choose to have a walkthrough prior to closing at least puts the seller on notice that it may happen.”

Lawyers on the committee noted that existing contract language granting "access at reasonable times" already covers inspections and access broadly and warned about the drafting consequences of listing many separate rights. Members cited Arizona and Colorado models that specify a final walkthrough tied to completion of agreed repairs and discussed whether to include timing language or leave scheduling to the parties. The committee asked staff and a working group to draft a tightened proposal (including a short FAQ explaining "reasonable time") for review at the next meeting. Speakers: Committee members, brokers and counsel as listed below.