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10 Signs a Fixer Upper Is a Money Pit
Nothing says money pit quite like foundation issues. When viewing a fixer upper home, look carefully in the basement for signs of problems. “Small hairline cracks are little to no concern ...
As the cost of buying a home continues to soar, the fixer-upper is gaining appeal. With about one in five Gen Zers saying a "lack of affordable starter homes poses a barrier towards homeownership ...
People purchase fixer-uppers as their primary residences for all kinds of reasons beyond their upfront affordability and potential return on investment. For example, a fixer-upper that’s also a ...
Buying a fixer-upper is more common these days, especially among first-time homebuyers. According to a recent TD Bank survey, 59% of those who are planning to purchase homes this year indicated ...
Even with a dirt-cheap sale price, you'll get burned financially, if you don't know the difference between a fixer-upper and a money pit. Probably the most obvious sign your fixer-upper is ...