Originally Posted by skippitydodahquilts
Update - We put in the offer, and even came down to 129,000 based on comps and value. We are looking at a house about a block away in a couple hours, and her realtor is going to try and move her along. Hopefully she realizes that we aren't going to be waiting at her beck and call and that we are serious about buying.
Sometimes you also have to take in to account what are you really getting for your money? A door and laminate floor are nothing really. A wet basement-is a bigger concern. Sadly we purchased our home for almost $200,000 and had to put on a new roof, new oil tank, new furnace and on and on it goes.(Good ol NY) You will always have to do work when you own a home. Look at the big price items and see if those are going to hold out for you or if you are going to be doing major repairs or replacements. Good luck on whatever home you may buy!
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April