Ask a real estate pro: Can seller remove fixtures from house we’re buying?

Certain items can fall into both categories depending on how they are used. “Fixtures” are items that can be moved but have been attached to a house. Examples of fixtures include appliances, ceiling lights, and window dressing. With other items, it can be even less clear, such as the ones you mentioned. When you buy a house, you also get the fixtures, but determining what is a fixture can be tricky. A bathroom mirror that is glued to the wall is clearly a fixture, but a framed mirror hanging from hooks is questionable. When a dispute occurs, the court will look at the specifics of each situation, along with the intent of the buyer and seller, to decide whether something is a fixture.