June 28, 2008

  • More House Hunt

    ok so far on here the votes are 2 for each house.

     

    I asked DS which one he liked and he picked a totally different one LOL boys!

     

    last night at Shabbat service the granddaughter of the instructor came up to me all excited and said "you're moving in next door!  I can play with Noah!"  and I had to let her know we weren't sure yet.

     

    the house with the sunroom and raspberries is just outside the burb we live in now and I called the pd for that area and he said since jan there has been 3 burglaries, 1 disturbance, 2 auto thefts, and 1 harrassment on that block.  They don't patrol there because they are busy else where. 

     

    And another lady last night said she too lives just outside our burb into a different city's pd area and her words were "good luck" getting a cop when ya need one.

     

    but like I said the house close to people we know has duck tape and tin foil on pipes and wires in the basement, so not even sure what that's about and if it's safe or will it pass FHA requirements etc.

     

    ok off to paint - yes it's Shabbat but I'm helping people out ...  my Rabbi would do the same ((my Rabbi is your Rabbi if'n u b a Believer!))

     

Comments (2)

  • I will give my friend opinion and the professional opinion, ok hun?

    Friend part of me is on the fence in all honesty. Option A has people you know close by, a friend for your DS to play with, and safety. Option B has this idea that you get more privacy from others, has this awesome sunroom and such to enjoy, and is ready to move in to so to speak...

    But having worked for the real estate market once I know a few things... One, I hope your hubby understands that it is very much your agents job to do all of that driving around. If she wants to make a great sale and get the commission, she will meet every demand you give her. Buying a house is an extreme form of dating, you take them out to eat (go view the place), learn as much about them as quickly as possible (what the heck is that holding up that pipe there?!), wonder if they are the one or if that other date you had was better suited (make a very detailed pro's and con's list about all places involved), think about long term status (will this place meet my needs now and in the future?), take them home to mom (always have an unbiased person check the place out, they may notice things you have overlooked), and then decide if they really are someone you want to spend the rest of your life with/get married (sign that dotted line).

    So, as to the asking price being higher than the original price... have they put in the extra work for it? Is the carpets in decent shape? How is the plumbing? Does it have new paint, or is it in wear and tear condition? Do any windows leak, need repair? What shape is the roof in? I know, so many questions, but they all need answers.

    In the blue carpet place... How safe would you feel there? Do you have great car insurance in case your car is stolen? And would you want to stake any of your families life on an unknown police/fire/ambulance response time?

    Either way, your agent should be looking into getting you a great deal. It is her job. She chose it, now expect her to do it. She should be able lower the asking price, she should make it so that any needed/required repairs are done before you buy it, and she should be able to get you a carpet and paint allowance. Make sure she does this. Any agent worth their salt will do all of this and more. Don't be shy in expecting this hun. This is a lifetime commitment.

    I wish you luck in finding the place your heart desires. Hugs.

  • Great advice.

    I pray you are filled to the brim with God's wisdom and that you get very clear direction on this.

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