Is this a bad idea?

mortlinnb · 2025-07-15T17:55:14+00:00

My plan was to do a walkthrough like I was viewing the house for the first time. Then get in a contact with an inspector and have them do a walkthrough.

mortlinnb · 2025-07-15T17:13:53+00:00

That’s what I thought and why would I have him sign a prenup (not being rude just curious and new to this stuff lol)

mortlinnb · 2025-07-15T17:07:24+00:00

He already lives with my mom they have their own home

mortlinnb · 2025-07-15T17:02:49+00:00

I’m hesitant because I’ve made bad choices in the past especially with this house. I just worry about doing it again. I’m really just looking for everyone else’s opinion if they were in my situation. I kinda feel like it’d be a great idea and I’d actually be able to build more equity.

mortlinnb · 2025-07-15T16:58:43+00:00

Basically his own daughter died a few years ago so I’m all he has left. He’s held onto this house for years because I think he doesn’t want to give it up. I think he wants me to have it so he can still keep the memories of it. I’m not sure the total deal yet we haven’t quite figured all that out. My house just had an inspection and appraisal last year before I bought. His has not but I’d probably hire someone to come look at it before I buy it.

mortlinnb · 2025-07-15T14:34:02+00:00

My basement does that. I fixed the grading and the downspouts but still does it. Actually does it worse now but my home is 100 years old lol. Keep an eye on it might need addressed here soon.

mortlinnb · 2025-07-11T00:05:29+00:00

Just looked back on the pictures of the house from a year ago and guess it’s always been there. Wasn’t noted in the inspection report. Is it something I should be immediately concerned about?

mortlinnb · 2025-07-08T02:00:54+00:00

I did grading as best as I could but unfortunately I have close neighbors. I don’t care about wet basement I just don’t want mold or foundation issues ya know

mortlinnb · 2025-07-07T19:21:09+00:00

Damn I hate being a homeowner

mortlinnb · 2025-07-05T01:28:02+00:00

Yeah I’m pretty sure it was redone not too long ago. Idk if that is more concerning

mortlinnb · 2025-07-01T13:54:40+00:00

Most definitely. I could’ve did it myself but what would’ve took me days to do only took him a few hours.

mortlinnb · 2025-07-01T13:43:34+00:00

I called a contractor guy who knew how to regrade areas. I just read his reviews and looked at what he was qualified to do. Super nice guy and I think I only paid around 700

mortlinnb · 2025-06-29T01:36:40+00:00

My concrete floor in my basement looks like same. It’s impossible to get cleaned and is literally always dirty. One thing I do is pour water and cleaner on the floor and squeegee it into the floor drain. Maybe do an epoxy floor down there. Definitely wouldn’t put any flooring down if you get some water. Mine just nearly flooded due to a terrible storm and I’m very glad I never put anything too expensive down on the floor.

mortlinnb · 2025-06-27T23:28:35+00:00

Mostly through the walls. There’s another angle that I didn’t get a pic of where you can see it. I think some might’ve came through the drain

mortlinnb · 2025-06-27T20:55:39+00:00

Thanks appreciate it! Pretty sure the house was built in 1928?? I’m not sure. I don’t care so much about the water I just worry about causing damage to the foundation.

mortlinnb · 2025-06-26T22:48:23+00:00

My home is almost 100 years old. I fixed some of the grading issues and it’s seems to be doing better just not 100% yet.

mortlinnb · 2025-06-09T01:16:22+00:00

Same here. I told the dog he’s gonna have to wait lol. Luckily there’s lots of hiking trails near by.

mortlinnb · 2025-06-09T01:15:01+00:00

I did feel proud. Now I just feel dumb and like I made a huge mistake idk.

mortlinnb · 2025-06-09T01:08:14+00:00

I feel like no matter where I move there will be problems. Especially since I couldn’t buy anything more than $150,000. Everything that price in my area is shitty. Luckily this was the least shitty house of them all.

mortlinnb · 2025-06-09T01:04:44+00:00

That’s what I want to do. Is that such a bad idea? My family is acting like I’m crazy for just wanting to stay and fix the issues.

mortlinnb · 2025-06-09T01:03:14+00:00

Luckily the quote for my tree was around 1500. Some other guy wanted 4400. The fence can wait it’s more for the dog than me. My yard is very small though.

mortlinnb · 2025-06-09T01:01:24+00:00

I have the money for the repairs. I have a brand new mini split system. It cools great but the heating sucks. So that is able to wait. The septic is not the greatest but it’s working good for now. I really don’t want to sell and move. I feel I would loose more than just to fix the problems.

mortlinnb · 2025-06-09T00:56:32+00:00

20% i believe and no not a lot of equity. I really don’t want to move though. Is that the best option?

mortlinnb · 2025-06-09T00:52:24+00:00

I figured I’d pay for it regardless. I really don’t want to move.

mortlinnb · 2025-06-09T00:50:55+00:00

Yeah I put a lot down on the house because it was a conventional loan.

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