In article >,
"jmcquown" > wrote:

> For some reason my middle brother thinks before we can sell this house we
> need to buy a new refrigerator. He and I were roommates in the 1980's and
> we *rented* a house. It didn't come with a refrigerator. I bought one.
>
> I don't think it's necessary to provide a refrigerator when you're selling a
> house. Just an FYI, this is pretty much a place where retirees move. It's
> not like some 20-somethings (who have absolutely nothing to their name) are
> going to buy the house. People who move here are pretty well set and they
> probably have their own appliances. It's not outside the realm of
> possiblity to throw in the washer and dryer and even the fridge when we sell
> the house. But I don't think we should have to provide one. What are your
> thoughts?

Jill,

I agree with you. Most people would rather pick their own refrigerator
with the features and color they want, rather then having the previous
owner make that decision.