Priscilla McDonald's blog

June marks National Homeownership Month, and while Realtors® promote attainable homeownership for everyone year-round, this month is the perfect time to reflect on what it really means. 

When did it start? 

Yes, homebuying can be a daunting task, especially in this market!  So many questions…  Is the roof in good condition?  Was it professionally installed?  What about the plumbing, electrical, heating, and air conditioning?  Are they in good working order? 

More than 90% of recent homebuyers have reported regrets about their buying decisions.

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What makes a FIXER-UPPER, a GOOD fixer upper?   

A good residential fixer-upper is one that has the POTENTIAL for increased property value, is in a DESIRABLE location and the RENOVATION COSTS are LOW.  The problem with these criteria is that they are very, very subjective. There are many important questions to consider: 

•Are you a first-time buyer?   

She bought the house new in 1979.  Other than a brick façade in the front; all the other sides of the house have asbestos shingles, a material that was banned by the EPA in 1989.  Asbestos is highly regarded for its heat resistant qualities and the siding is not dangerous on the walls, BUT its fibers have long been proven to cause serious lung damage including cancer.  Awkkk! 

Honey is my Grand-dog!  And Honey loves her Grandma.  With those beautiful big brown eyes, she is saying “Pet me please”!  As soon as I touch her, she lays down so that I will have to pet her belly.  Then when I finish, she asks for more.  Can I say no?  Of course!  Enough is enough!

You’ve decided you cannot continue being miserable together.