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Originally Posted by xoxoxoBruce
It would have to be a large lottery and you'd still have a major headache dealing with contractors, architects, the local government, and (shudder) historical commissions. Better to buy one somebody has already finished, and has to sell because it ruined their marriage.  |
I'm pretty sure that's what happened to the couple that did ours (over 10 years), although they were claiming they were buying another old beater together there was a definite vibe. It became pretty clear they (the mom and kids anyway) weren't even living here.
Dad was a moron and did a horrible job with so many things you don't really notice until you've lived here awhile.... showed fantastically though and the property inspection only turned up some minor stuff.
I wish he had been as dedicated and skilled as the Victorian guy, I'm really impressed even if it's not my taste.