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Oddly, that swing set thing has crossed my mind, probably saw one at a house showing long time ago. I recall thinking, if this were my house I would have that swing set dismantled unless it was conveying. And if not, then disable it so that it can't be used.
All the ones I know do have it... actually several different types... Errors and Omissions is really standard here.
A friend was selling the very nice home he built and was building his retirement home in Oregon.
The agent he and his wife hired liked to have scented candles at the Open Houses... she forgot and left one burning and burned down the 1.4m home in Atherton.... so below median price just for reference... not high end... just nice...
The agent's insurance paid almost 900k to rebuild...
It's something that is easy to overlook... mistakes and accidents happen.
When my brother bought an old Pioneer Homestead... the seller was adamant no one on property unless accompanied by the Listing Agent... it was due to liability concerns.
So for those of you wanting an update, here it is:
The seller's son vacated the premises, so that is no longer an issue.
But now another issue has popped up.
I went by to check things out, and noticed an issue with the attached 2 car carport.
2 weeks ago, inspectors had found an issue (structural) with the carport and a contractor was called and he gave an estimate, which the seller has agreed to fix (escrow hold back) but now I have noticed something that they have missed in relation to the first issue. How can an inspector and a contractor have missed this?????
My due diligence is set to expire tomorrow at midnight.
Contractor can't come until Friday.
I meet with my realtor today at 2pm to discuss this further.
*Sigh*
I'm feeling like I can no longer trust anyone at this point.
My dream home is turning into a nightmare.
So for those of you wanting an update, here it is:
The seller's son vacated the premises, so that is no longer an issue.
But now another issue has popped up.
I went by to check things out, and noticed an issue with the attached 2 car carport.
2 weeks ago, inspectors had found an issue (structural) with the carport and a contractor was called and he gave an estimate, which the seller has agreed to fix (escrow hold back) but now I have noticed something that they have missed in relation to the first issue. How can an inspector and a contractor have missed this?????
My due diligence is set to expire tomorrow at midnight.
Contractor can't come until Friday.
I meet with my realtor today at 2pm to discuss this further.
*Sigh*
I'm feeling like I can no longer trust anyone at this point.
My dream home is turning into a nightmare.
Gotta pay your dues for your dreams. Sounds flippant, but if it really IS your dream, this is just another wrinkle.
Heck, read Ultrarunner's post above about candle burning down the house. Now THAT is a Nightmare for all parties.
Hang in there. Just as predicted, the son/tenant issue was ironed out, and a non-issue. You can work your way through another repair item.
Get photos of the issue to share with the home inspector and contractor for comment.
The DD Period can be extended, if seller agrees.
Your agent will tell you that, too.
So for those of you wanting an update, here it is:
The seller's son vacated the premises, so that is no longer an issue.
But now another issue has popped up.
I went by to check things out, and noticed an issue with the attached 2 car carport.
2 weeks ago, inspectors had found an issue (structural) with the carport and a contractor was called and he gave an estimate, which the seller has agreed to fix (escrow hold back) but now I have noticed something that they have missed in relation to the first issue. How can an inspector and a contractor have missed this?????
My due diligence is set to expire tomorrow at midnight.
Contractor can't come until Friday.
I meet with my realtor today at 2pm to discuss this further.
*Sigh*
I'm feeling like I can no longer trust anyone at this point.
My dream home is turning into a nightmare.
I'm glad to hear that the tenant/son issue has been resolved--contrary to the predictors of gloom and doom who urged you to cancel.
You didn't mention what the new issue was, but that, too, can likely be resolved. As long as there are willing parties involved (which appears to be the case in your situation), just about anything can be worked out. It just may take a little patience and a bit more time. Hang in there.
Ok so I have decided to enclose more details. Here is my inspection report and pictures:
FOUNDATION(Structural)
Repair or Replace
The foundation wall at the front of home in crawl space at left corner (Facing Front of Home) of carport has crack present with outward displacement in the crawl space under the laundry room / kitchen at inside corner. Structural failure could occur if not corrected. We recommend not parking any cars on to carport until corrected. Further investigation and repairs are needed.
A licensed general contractor should be consulted to determine the extent of the damage and necessary repairs. If the repair is beyond the scope of the NC Building code, the contractor should consult a professional engineer. http://i1160.photobucket.com/albums/...psoriyzqki.jpg http://i1160.photobucket.com/albums/...psazr1snc1.jpg
CARPORT FLOOR, WALLS AND CEILINGS (INCLUDING FIREWALL SEPARATION)
Repair or Replace
The concrete floor of carport patio has dropped and or settled towards the foundation of the home.Item 1(Picture) Item 2(Picture) Visible signs of movement present in crawl space. This does not appear strong enough to continue to support a vehicle. This floor should not be used by a vehicle until a structural engineer inspects to determine if it is safe to use. Further investigation and repairs are needed.
A licensed general contractor should be consulted to determine the extent of the damage and necessary repairs. If the repair is beyond the scope of the NC Building code, the contractor should consult a professional engineer. http://i1160.photobucket.com/albums/...ps3joggxfa.jpg
So yesterday I discovered the right front part is sinking too My realtor thinks I should pay to have this fixed. If you were buying a house, would you pay for this?
Ok so I have decided to enclose more details. Here is my inspection report and pictures:
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So yesterday I discovered the right front part is sinking too My realtor thinks I should pay to have this fixed. If you were buying a house, would you pay for this?
It depends.
If I thought I was doing well already in the transaction and could afford the repair, I might.
If the house was my "dream," I might.
Strike those two things, and I might not.
But... Everyone has their own personal tolerances and concerns and finances. Actually, I don't find the photos very alarming at all.
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Sounds flippant, but if it really IS your dream, this is just another wrinkle.
My realtor thinks I should pay to have this fixed. If you were buying a house, would you pay for this?
