Is the home a foreclosure? If so it should have been trashed-out and cleaned and a call by your agent to the listing agent is in order. Otherwise it is really common for people to move out even on the date of close and the stuff may actually be gone when you do your walk-through If they are saying that they will get the rest in the morning before the closing and you don't have time to get there to check I would hold money back at the close to ensure that they have done so. Your attorney should hold back enough to cover the size of dumpster you'll need as well as the cost to pay someone to remove the items. The money can be released when the removal is verified. Where are you located? If they leave any good baby boy clothes, furniture etc., I know of a very good home for them :-) Let me know, I'm in New Paltz - janineb200@gmail.com

GREAT QUESTION: It governed by your contract, if executed agreement stated removal of property yes you can request title company to back out fees, HOWEVER if not specified then be your cost. Anything left on property new homeowner property. If the prior owener returns for personal items they are considered treaspassing.

Yes, it is reasonable to expect this. Our recommendation is that you call waste management company for a price quote for dropping off and picking up the dumpster. Also contact you agent to remind him/her the closing will not occur if the home is not cleaned out and "broom swept."

Good luck