Fixer Upper - Instant Savings
August 8, 2008
Saving Money - Buying a Fixer Upper
One of the benefits of foreclosure homes is the financial benefit. There is big money to be saved on a home that’s discounted because the previous owner defaulted on their mortgage payments. Something to consider is a fixer upper house
When a home is not in the best cosmetic condition, you can save even more money on it. If the repairs needed are merely cosmetic and related to mild neglect, you can put a bit of time and effort and really turn a huge profit. Not only are you saving money because of the foreclosure status but also you can save money because the house needs some painting, gardening and TLC.
Be careful the house isn’t going to need massive repairs when looking at your budgeting for repairs. Consider how much money it will cost you to get the house in either livable or saleable condition and add that money, the time required to do the repairs and the sale price to determine if you’re getting a good deal. Chances are that you can get a great deal!


Josh Dunaway has been a certfied Realtor in the suburban Chicagoland area for over 20 years. Aside from starting his own real estate company, he also owns a mortgage company as well.