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Participant[quote=eavesdropper]BG, I’m in complete agreement with you on this one. This house has a boatload of potential, and a lot of it would not be expensive to do yourself if you were reasonably handy (i.e., not a total klutz). I’d love to get my hands on this place. Did you catch that ocean view? For $189 per sf? Why, oh why, do I have to live in DC (the land of spray-on tans)?
Brian, I’m surprised at you! You’re an astute individual. And you’re commenting on CHAIRS? Handy tip: Bad taste is everywhere. Ocean views: not so much.
I wouldn’t get rid of the fireplace: it’s nicely done, and it fits the era of the house without dating it. I think you’d be surprised at the difference the right hardwood flooring and paint scheme would make. Brian, I’m betting that I could make you lust after this house. I totally agree with you about the excess concrete, but that’s fixable (time-consuming, expensive if contracted out, but definitely do-able!). Again, I think you’d be floored by the transformation.
Wanttobuy, two words: SUBMIT OFFER! (purchase only after an thorough inspection by a highly qualified individual, of course)
BG, if Wanttobuy doesn’t jump on it, let’s you and I go in on it!![/quote]
Okay, if we are successful in scoring it, can we have joint parties with cheap wine and invite sdr and his “Attila the Hun” friend(s) over ?? (inside joke ;=])
Participant[quote=eavesdropper]BG, I’m in complete agreement with you on this one. This house has a boatload of potential, and a lot of it would not be expensive to do yourself if you were reasonably handy (i.e., not a total klutz). I’d love to get my hands on this place. Did you catch that ocean view? For $189 per sf? Why, oh why, do I have to live in DC (the land of spray-on tans)?
Brian, I’m surprised at you! You’re an astute individual. And you’re commenting on CHAIRS? Handy tip: Bad taste is everywhere. Ocean views: not so much.
I wouldn’t get rid of the fireplace: it’s nicely done, and it fits the era of the house without dating it. I think you’d be surprised at the difference the right hardwood flooring and paint scheme would make. Brian, I’m betting that I could make you lust after this house. I totally agree with you about the excess concrete, but that’s fixable (time-consuming, expensive if contracted out, but definitely do-able!). Again, I think you’d be floored by the transformation.
Wanttobuy, two words: SUBMIT OFFER! (purchase only after an thorough inspection by a highly qualified individual, of course)
BG, if Wanttobuy doesn’t jump on it, let’s you and I go in on it!![/quote]
Okay, if we are successful in scoring it, can we have joint parties with cheap wine and invite sdr and his “Attila the Hun” friend(s) over ?? (inside joke ;=])
Participantjstoesz, have you done a “property tax survey” on states with no income tax? I can’t right this moment but will try to in the next day or so. I think you will find that property owners in states with no income tax pay
at least 2.75% of assessed value of their properties in taxes. And they don’t even have “Mello-Roos” where they get their own schools, fire and police substations, libraries and other improvements to show for it! Those property owners, are, essentially supporting the state and local services utilized by the renters! There is no free lunch … in ANY state!
Participantjstoesz, have you done a “property tax survey” on states with no income tax? I can’t right this moment but will try to in the next day or so. I think you will find that property owners in states with no income tax pay
at least 2.75% of assessed value of their properties in taxes. And they don’t even have “Mello-Roos” where they get their own schools, fire and police substations, libraries and other improvements to show for it! Those property owners, are, essentially supporting the state and local services utilized by the renters! There is no free lunch … in ANY state!
Participantjstoesz, have you done a “property tax survey” on states with no income tax? I can’t right this moment but will try to in the next day or so. I think you will find that property owners in states with no income tax pay
at least 2.75% of assessed value of their properties in taxes. And they don’t even have “Mello-Roos” where they get their own schools, fire and police substations, libraries and other improvements to show for it! Those property owners, are, essentially supporting the state and local services utilized by the renters! There is no free lunch … in ANY state!
Participantjstoesz, have you done a “property tax survey” on states with no income tax? I can’t right this moment but will try to in the next day or so. I think you will find that property owners in states with no income tax pay
at least 2.75% of assessed value of their properties in taxes. And they don’t even have “Mello-Roos” where they get their own schools, fire and police substations, libraries and other improvements to show for it! Those property owners, are, essentially supporting the state and local services utilized by the renters! There is no free lunch … in ANY state!
Participantjstoesz, have you done a “property tax survey” on states with no income tax? I can’t right this moment but will try to in the next day or so. I think you will find that property owners in states with no income tax pay
at least 2.75% of assessed value of their properties in taxes. And they don’t even have “Mello-Roos” where they get their own schools, fire and police substations, libraries and other improvements to show for it! Those property owners, are, essentially supporting the state and local services utilized by the renters! There is no free lunch … in ANY state!
Participant[quote=briansd1]That house is ugly.
All concrete back yard.Hard to believe that the owner of an “upscale” house has dinning room chairs that look like they belong in a cheap Chinese restaurant.[/quote]
Lol.
[quote=briansd1]Sorry, BG. But that stone fireplace really needs to be ripped out.
I like the U shape and the veranda. The house has potential but needs a lot of work.[/quote]
It’s a matter of taste, brian. I take it you don’t like mediterraneans. And, since you live in a condo, you don’t have to worry about a humongous water bill. Did you know that the amount of a homeowner’s sewer bill is tied to to their water usage in the months of November thru April?? Together these two expenses are a slippery slope of insidious added costs. This property offers the OP his/her privacy while keeping monthly expenses down.
I guess I like it because it reminds me of Bonita :=]
I see a few improvements here that could update this property into the current century for a song.
wanttobuy, are you or anyone in your family handy??
Participant[quote=briansd1]That house is ugly.
All concrete back yard.Hard to believe that the owner of an “upscale” house has dinning room chairs that look like they belong in a cheap Chinese restaurant.[/quote]
Lol.
[quote=briansd1]Sorry, BG. But that stone fireplace really needs to be ripped out.
I like the U shape and the veranda. The house has potential but needs a lot of work.[/quote]
It’s a matter of taste, brian. I take it you don’t like mediterraneans. And, since you live in a condo, you don’t have to worry about a humongous water bill. Did you know that the amount of a homeowner’s sewer bill is tied to to their water usage in the months of November thru April?? Together these two expenses are a slippery slope of insidious added costs. This property offers the OP his/her privacy while keeping monthly expenses down.
I guess I like it because it reminds me of Bonita :=]
I see a few improvements here that could update this property into the current century for a song.
wanttobuy, are you or anyone in your family handy??
Participant[quote=briansd1]That house is ugly.
All concrete back yard.Hard to believe that the owner of an “upscale” house has dinning room chairs that look like they belong in a cheap Chinese restaurant.[/quote]
Lol.
[quote=briansd1]Sorry, BG. But that stone fireplace really needs to be ripped out.
I like the U shape and the veranda. The house has potential but needs a lot of work.[/quote]
It’s a matter of taste, brian. I take it you don’t like mediterraneans. And, since you live in a condo, you don’t have to worry about a humongous water bill. Did you know that the amount of a homeowner’s sewer bill is tied to to their water usage in the months of November thru April?? Together these two expenses are a slippery slope of insidious added costs. This property offers the OP his/her privacy while keeping monthly expenses down.
I guess I like it because it reminds me of Bonita :=]
I see a few improvements here that could update this property into the current century for a song.
wanttobuy, are you or anyone in your family handy??
Participant[quote=briansd1]That house is ugly.
All concrete back yard.Hard to believe that the owner of an “upscale” house has dinning room chairs that look like they belong in a cheap Chinese restaurant.[/quote]
Lol.
[quote=briansd1]Sorry, BG. But that stone fireplace really needs to be ripped out.
I like the U shape and the veranda. The house has potential but needs a lot of work.[/quote]
It’s a matter of taste, brian. I take it you don’t like mediterraneans. And, since you live in a condo, you don’t have to worry about a humongous water bill. Did you know that the amount of a homeowner’s sewer bill is tied to to their water usage in the months of November thru April?? Together these two expenses are a slippery slope of insidious added costs. This property offers the OP his/her privacy while keeping monthly expenses down.
I guess I like it because it reminds me of Bonita :=]
I see a few improvements here that could update this property into the current century for a song.
wanttobuy, are you or anyone in your family handy??
Participant[quote=briansd1]That house is ugly.
All concrete back yard.Hard to believe that the owner of an “upscale” house has dinning room chairs that look like they belong in a cheap Chinese restaurant.[/quote]
Lol.
[quote=briansd1]Sorry, BG. But that stone fireplace really needs to be ripped out.
I like the U shape and the veranda. The house has potential but needs a lot of work.[/quote]
It’s a matter of taste, brian. I take it you don’t like mediterraneans. And, since you live in a condo, you don’t have to worry about a humongous water bill. Did you know that the amount of a homeowner’s sewer bill is tied to to their water usage in the months of November thru April?? Together these two expenses are a slippery slope of insidious added costs. This property offers the OP his/her privacy while keeping monthly expenses down.
I guess I like it because it reminds me of Bonita :=]
I see a few improvements here that could update this property into the current century for a song.
wanttobuy, are you or anyone in your family handy??
Participantwanttobuy, to be blunt, what’s wrong with the property in your link? Based on privacy (courtyard) and square footage, how much better of a deal can you find out there?? It sold for $400K new in 1985 and $535K in 1986 (probably after the orig buyer installed the pool and landscaping) and the seller is asking $779K today after making a few upgrades.
I haven’t checked out the title myself but the listing doesn’t indicate that it’s distressed. Based upon the spartan furnishings here, perhaps it’s a “pre-distress” sale. What’s stopping you from making an offer on this one and spending $40K to $80K or so to fix it the way you want it? Why are you asking the Piggs for more listings??
The open living area in this listing (for entertainment purposes) is sporting a floor to ceiling stone FP and it is surrounded by a canyon! I don’t think it gets too much better than this in this price range!!
Barring PBT plumbing possibly used in its construction and never replaced, this one looks like a good buy to me. I don’t know the comps around there but I see possible “sweat equity” there.
Your “expert” opinion, sdr??
Participantwanttobuy, to be blunt, what’s wrong with the property in your link? Based on privacy (courtyard) and square footage, how much better of a deal can you find out there?? It sold for $400K new in 1985 and $535K in 1986 (probably after the orig buyer installed the pool and landscaping) and the seller is asking $779K today after making a few upgrades.
I haven’t checked out the title myself but the listing doesn’t indicate that it’s distressed. Based upon the spartan furnishings here, perhaps it’s a “pre-distress” sale. What’s stopping you from making an offer on this one and spending $40K to $80K or so to fix it the way you want it? Why are you asking the Piggs for more listings??
The open living area in this listing (for entertainment purposes) is sporting a floor to ceiling stone FP and it is surrounded by a canyon! I don’t think it gets too much better than this in this price range!!
Barring PBT plumbing possibly used in its construction and never replaced, this one looks like a good buy to me. I don’t know the comps around there but I see possible “sweat equity” there.
Your “expert” opinion, sdr??
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