OT...Older Homes...

[jennifer293]

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OH MY!!!! The inlaws have one of those in their house too, but I just never thought to ask about what it was it just never occured to me that could be associated with death in any way I just thought it was a nice little added pretty something..EWWWW!!!

 

[CathrynRose]

Any suggestions from those who have gone the "older" home route vs. the "new.


TIA Kelly

No advise - but a sincere round of appluse for you, if you choose to go this route. I looooove older homes. LOVE THEM! Such character. Such feeling of *alive* in them. Love them.

We are moving Feb 1st into an older ranch, but nothing like what we're in now. Unfortunetly the woman we rent from is selling our current one, as a tear down, Its a beautiful, beautiful home with built-in's galore and nooks and crannies everywhere.... so gorgeous. Sad to see it go.

 

[badhairday]

Hi! I am a Realtor, so I deal with this all of the time. The newer homes are of course more energy efficient, but the older homes are built so much better, and have such charm!

I would definitely recommend that you hire a licenced Home Inspector, and request an inspector who specializes in older homes. Some do not know as much as others. It sounds like the property was well maintained and updated, so that is great.

You would definitely want to request as part of your Agreement of Sale that the Seller provide a Chimney Inspection and certification. If the chimney liner was never replaced, it is a major fire hazard. The home inspector will be able to evaluate the chimney top, but not the interior, so I always advise my clients to request the evaluation by a chimney sweep. This could be a big expense to you, so you would want the Seller to be responsible.

Also, ask the Inspector if the home has a "Balloon Frame". If so, you would want to insulate the various levels at some point.

Best of luck! It sounds like an awesome home!!