If a seller's listing contract excludes ceiling fans, what must the buyer do for those fans to be included in the purchase?

In a real estate transaction, the specifics of what is included in the sale of a property are primarily dictated by the terms laid out in the listing contract and the purchase offer. If the listing contract explicitly states that ceiling fans are excluded, then they are not automatically included in the sale unless the buyer takes proactive steps to address the issue.

By specifically addressing the ceiling fans in the offer, the buyer is clearly communicating their intention to include those items in the sale agreement. This ensures that there is no ambiguity regarding their interest in the ceiling fans and helps prevent potential disputes later on. By doing so, the buyer can negotiate and secure an agreement with the seller regarding these specific items.

The other options do not effectively establish the buyer's intentions regarding the ceiling fans. Simply emailing the seller for confirmation may not instigate formal agreement in the purchase contract. Requesting them in a separate document could also lead to confusion or lack of enforceability unless it is tied into the purchase offer. Assuming the ceiling fans are included without addressing the issue can lead to misunderstandings and disappointment, as the listing contract clearly excludes them. Thus, the best approach is to clearly specify their inclusion in the purchase offer.