The F-word in Real Estate...Foreclosures
Finding a nice home for a good price can sometimes be difficult. Foreclosure homes for sale are a good option for those who cannot afford a new home that is in great shape, but they can afford a home that is a fixer-upper. Some people have the ability to fix up a home and make it like new. If you have this ability, then you should take advantage of it and save money on a house that has potential.
Buying a foreclosure can be a little scary. Sometimes some awful things have been done to them. You would be wise to go through the house and take note of all of the issues. You should then figure out the cost to have the repairs made. Add that amount to the asking price, and you will know the total cost to you. You will probably go down a little in the price that you offer, but it will at least be close.
Homes for sale that were foreclosures are often in the shape they are in because the people who lived there were angry that they had to leave. These people often ruin the home so that it is of less value to the ones who are taking it from them.
There are other homes for sale that are not foreclosures but are still fixer-uppers. They will still cost less than your average house that is being sold, but it will take a lot of work.
It is so sad that the people who owned the foreclosures had to lose everything. Think about this as you are looking at homes for sale. It is important that you do not make the same mistake as the prior owner. It might be tempting to spend a lot in fixing up a home like this because the initial cost was so little. Things add up quickly though, and you could soon find yourself too far in debt.
As you fix up a foreclosure, you should really plan the repairs according to necessity. If the plumbing is messed up then that is an initial step to consider. Electricity is another important one. It should be inspected to make sure it is safe to try and turn on.
You might need to have some extermination done right away. Rug removal or extreme cleaning might be something important to do as well. You never know what may be on the carpets. Your bathroom and your kitchen need to be in working order. You also may need some form of heat if it is cold outside.
Homes for sale that are foreclosures have a certain draw to the individual who likes a challenge. If you find a home like this for a good price, take the challenge and make a profit on the reselling of it.
Katie Jones
Broker/REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty
Direct 910.650.9598
Email Katie.Jones01@yahoo.com
www.KatieJonesHomes.com
Jacksonville, NC real estate areas I specialize in: Carolina Plantations, Towne Point, Peyton’s Ridge Richlands & Jacksonville.
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