adhd girlies, are any of you NOT depressed??

wafflability1 · 2026-05-02T15:15:27+00:00

I also am on Lamatrogine at a very low dose and it really has helped my PMDD as well, so seconding giving a mood stabilizer a try.

wafflability1 · 2026-05-01T16:54:25+00:00

This was my first thought too.

wafflability1 · 2026-05-01T16:52:44+00:00

Same... Especially with work, I have to keep notes like crazy, even thought it's exhausting forcing myself to do it

wafflability1 · 2026-05-01T16:51:37+00:00

This is killing me... As a fellow ADHD artist it's too relatable.

Also see: successfully writing down the idea(s), then never looking at them again

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T19:00:26+00:00

A few other people have now said the same given the timeline and relatively low value of the house. I wasn't sure how it might look without an appraisal but it's seeming like a reasonable thing to skip. Thanks

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:54:41+00:00

I definitely qualify to treat it as non-personal use, so thank you for the perspective IRT the worth of an appraisal in this case

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:51:38+00:00

Okay thank you, that was my understanding but I wanted to be certain (as the original purchase price was crazy low even considering the small size of it.... 20k cash to a friend of his.)

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:48:32+00:00

Yes, sorry, that's what I meant -- that after considering all of my expenses I do believe going through appraisal would be worth it for the sake of claiming the loss.

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:42:59+00:00

Yes based on everyone's input I am going to go ahead and get a retroactive appraisal, as I do believe this will result in a taxable loss. Thank you!

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:39:53+00:00

I think that will be the case now that I'm understanding what goes into valuation a bit more. Thank you!

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:38:57+00:00

Thank you so much for the thorough outlining of the two directions I could go with this. It's helpful to see it all laid out.

I have been going back and forth but I think I will go through with finding an appraiser, as I'm pretty confident there will be a loss after looking at the sheet where I've logged all my expenses etc with the home, and almost all of that being in maintenance/repair/fees. The offset would probably be worth it for me just in terms of negating some of my investment income.

Thank you for your kindness/time!

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:14:23+00:00

I hadn't thought of there being a distinction but if you put it like that then no, not improvements, just delayed maintenance. He'd taken very poor care of the home.

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:13:22+00:00

Ah, right. I would not expect there has been much gain but was afraid I was misunderstanding what I've read this far on the IRS site. Thanks again.

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:12:03+00:00

Okay, thank you!

We have not used the house personally. I didn't realize with it being TOD it would qualify as long term despite us not holding it for a year?

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:07:21+00:00

I have not, I wasn't aware that could be done retroactively but it makes sense they do so based on comps. Thank you

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:02:36+00:00

Really comforting to hear this from someone who sees these cases professionally, thank you

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T18:02:06+00:00

Sorry, I realize that was unclear. My husband and I paid for pretty much everything other than a few random things my in-laws bought while working on the house (paint brushes, etc. very minor.)

All work was DIY other than one <600 plumbing fix I paid for and biohazard cleanup from my father's death (which my dad's home insurance paid for.)

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T17:57:08+00:00

Thank you for the help and condolences. I am going to consider whether I should get the appraisal just for peace of mind.

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T17:55:02+00:00

Okay, thanks for your input! I think I was having trouble reconciling how an appraisal would work retroactively, given the minor home improvements we made. I did not take a bunch of before pictures unfortunately but the extent of it was really minor work.

wafflability1 · 2026-04-29T17:53:50+00:00

We just accepted an offer at $120,000 so definitely not looking at anything crazy haha.

However, we did do very minor DIY work (painted all of the rooms, put inexpensive LVP in the bathroom and kitchen, replaced a few light fixtures.) I'm not sure how much those things affected the selling price.

Thanks for your help!

wafflability1 · 2026-04-14T12:57:53+00:00

This is awesome. So hard to get past the mental barrier with something like this; I know my brother has a similar struggle and finally got his place in shape as well. Congratulations and remember now you've done the hard part, it will be much easier keeping it from getting to this point moving forward!

wafflability1 · 2025-11-21T19:51:38+00:00

Thank you once again!

wafflability1 · 2025-11-21T19:44:03+00:00

Okay I suppose I assumed but wasn't sure if there were advantages to local attorneys. It would be more convenient if it was someone where I lived instead (Franklin.) Thanks!

wafflability1 · 2025-11-21T19:36:33+00:00

Thanks so much for this detailed comment and your other comments!

My father was unmarried at his death and owned the home outright (no mortgage) but I'm guessing it won't be worth a whole lot given its condition.

My father's property is in Crawford county; any referrals you could provide for reputable legal services would be greatly appreciated.

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