One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Or in the case of homes, one person’s tear-down is another person’s, “Look at the potential!” 

When viewing a house, you have to imagine how it will look with a new and fresh coat of paint, and the minor repairs completed, new redecoration and of course your furniture adorning the rooms. You might find that a home that doesn’t show well is a diamond in the rough. 

There are benefits to buying a home that doesn’t look good. They attract less interest from other potential buyers and therefore less competition. The listing price may be lower too. The listing price could also be lower. 

If you are not afraid to expend a little elbow grease and have a renovation budget to get the home of your dreams, you may be richly rewarded! If you have been eyeing a listing that has been on the market a while or would like to learn about potential diamonds in the rough in our area, give me a call! 

By looking for a house with less curb appeal and improving it, you can afford a house more expensive than you would be able to afford otherwise, and you can gain instant equity in your new home. 

In 2003, my husband and I purchased a fixer-upper. It took a while to finish because we did it 85% of ourselves – new siding, over 100 sheets of drywall, all new plumbing, new roof, brand new garage, replacing faulty wiring, tiling – and it was SO rewarding. We were able to choose how we wanted to improve the home. I'd love to help you accomplish the same! 

If you want to find a really great deal and are willing to do a little work, look beyond the curb appeal. If you find a house that is less than appealing, but structurally sound, you may have found a hidden treasure. 

When our spaces lose their ability to function, our house is less successful, and we become less satisfied in our homes. Let me help you become the most satisfied and thrifty you can be with my years of expertise!