we got a contract on the house we are trying to buy!

[67mann]

I admire your sense of adventure,but that doesn't look like the project to be tackled by a weekend warrior(sorry no disrespect,but I've been wearing my "mule bags" for over 20yrs now)or anybody that doesn't plan on sinking a boat load of$$$ into it. Don't get me wrong I love to see old structures restored,but you better really look into the conviction of money and time it will take

[robroy]

Good day Dan,

I absolutely love the look of that house; congratulations! It may be a major long-term investment to get it looking new again, but you have to live somewhere. It may as well be in a place that has genuine character, which this house has--in undeniable abundance.

It's fascinating to look at a place like that and imagine all the people that passed through it over the years, and all the times it went through.

Robroy

[flyboy2610]

Good luck on the house!

[dolinick]

Thanks everyone for the advice and support. Most of the house is in very good shape for it's age. The interior is very original as well. I was happy to see the neighbors house had already been repaired. A large branch fell on the porch and destroyed one of the rock pillars holding up that corner of the porch. The pillar, porch and roof look like new and a man was cutting up what's left of that big old tree with a chainsaw. I think the neighborhood association will be pleased once they see some progress. Some of which will just be cosmetic at first although I am working on a plan to get some of the major structural stuff done as well. The foundation and the roof are two major issues obviously.

[RTG_RACING]

Looks haunted to me.

[jzjames]

Great house, go for it.
I jack settled porches, cause I got what it takes....patience.

[dolinick]

Great house, go for it.
I jack settled porches, cause I got what it takes....patience.

Yes. I went there today and met with the Realtor and a contractor who specializes in foundations. He said our house was solid and had a nice big crawl space. I need to get some more bids though.

BTW look what is in the driveway:

[hazelnut]

Cool ol car, If you buy the house dose the car come with it ?