Seller wants to shut off utilities, still have not closed...

[Jonathan G.]

I just got a call from my realtor letting me know that the listing agent is asking if we need the utilities on anymore.  They would like to shut down the utilities since inspection is done and she is saying that they do not have any reason to keep it on.  

We are closing on September 12th and all inspections have been done and we are definitely buying the home.  

This is our first rental home and not to sure if this is a problem or if this is normal.  Just looking for any advice regarding this process.  Is this normal?  Should I push for it to be left on or is it fine to have them shut it all off?  

Thank you BP!

[Matt G.]

If you are using the standard TREC One to Four Family Residential Contract that agents in Texas use, then they are supposed to keep utilities on while the contract is in effect. 

See Paragraph 7A

7. PROPERTY CONDITION:

A. ACCESS, INSPECTIONS AND UTILITIES: Seller shall permit Buyer and Buyer’s agents access to the Property at reasonable times. Buyer may have the Property inspected by inspectors selected by Buyer and licensed by TREC or otherwise permitted by law to make inspections. Seller at Seller's expense shall immediately cause existing utilities to be turned on and shall keep the utilities on during the time this contract is in effect.