I am constantly amazed by the number of foreclosed homes that our country is dealing with in today's market and today is no different.  I looked on the MLS today and noticed that there is a house that is listed under $19,000 that was recently on the market for $79,000. 

The description states that the home has a newer kitchen and some updates.  I guess the rest of the house must be a mess.

Which brings up another thought, people do some of the strangest things when their homes are being foreclosed upon.  Some absolutely destroy everything in them.  Some take what they want, such as the kitchen cabinets, and some leave everything behind.

I guess the emotions from losing a house run rampant.  Anyway, those emotions help when I'm helping someone find a home.  The damage or mess left behind often creates some great bargains for someone willing to look beyond their emotions and the mess. 

By taking a look at the things that matter the most in a home, the foundation, the location and the mechanicals, and looking beyond the cosmetics can often find a diamond worth quite a bit of money.

The list of foreclosures changes weekly here in Defiance, so buyers need to be on the lookout.  I have created a list of the area houses on my website www.DefianceAreaHomes.com that people can request to get the latest list.

If you're wanting to see that $19,000 house you better contact me quickly as I think at that price it probably won't last too long.

Thanks!

Scott