I have been pleasantly surprised recently by seeing some banks take the time to not only put carpet and paint in homes that need it, but also to replace appliances and fixtures that have been ripped out by the prior owners before being foreclosed.

It certainly creates a better impression for the buyers, helps those buyers get into homes who may not have the reserves after closing to spend $10,000 or so to do these repairs, permits VA and FHA buyers to consider these homes as the home may not otherwise qualify, and is one less cost that needs to be estimated in the buyer's overall picture for getting the house move-in ready.

I guess with all the illogical things I see the banks doing, this one actually makes sense. Hurrah!