Burn Baby Burn - Is that firplace included?

What I meant to say was "don’t get burned!"  Today there are numerous "faux" fireplaces that are very good at deceiving you as to whether they are attached (see: Buyer's Guide - Chattels).  These fireplaces look fantastic and can be placed in a corner or along a wall as if they were built there.  However since they are not securely attached they are not required to stay and would most likely be considered a chattel like a stove or fridge. Two steps to avoid getting burned by a missing fireplace is:

1. Determine if it is attached or not.

2. Ask for it in writing if you want it.

The same goes for any other "part" of the house you may want included in the purchase contract.