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I'm considering a move to a rural area where there are only two internet service providers. The only information we can get as to the availability and performance is from the home owners who are selling and the companies providing the service, but nothing concrete. I work from home, so internet access is very important and I don't want to buy a house to find out later that I won't be able to work.

I'd like to know if I can place a contingency on a real estate offer, much like a home inspection, that will allow me to temporarily activate an ISP service at a home for the purpose of evaluating it before committing to a purchase.

Is this possible?

Chris W. Rea
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Of course it is. If it's that important, you should add the contingency exactly as you describe. If they wish to sell the house, this isn't a burden that should concern them. Unless of course, no internet is available.

JoeTaxpayer
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