historic historic homes: They Don't Build 'Em Like They Used To - Is an Older Home Right For You?! - 01/06/12 01:32 AM
They don't build 'em like they used to!
 
But, that's OK with me.  Although Steve and I have owned homes built in the 1800's, the 1900's and 2000's, older homes aren't for everyone.  I know that there is something romantic about dreaming of living in an older home, but believe me, if your finances are fixed, sometimes it's not good to have a fixer-upper - even one that doesn't appear to be one at first glance.  
 
Let's consider what you get with a typical 40 year-old home in San Antonio:
40 year old plumbing. 40 year old electrical … (2 comments)