7 Red flags to look for when buying a home. Elizabeth Thayer Team Thayer Real Estate News #BuyersAgentEugeneOr
1. Potential Foundation/Structural Problems One of the most costly repairs to a home is correcting foundation problems. The foundation of a home is arguably the most important part of a home. A home with a problematic foundation can cost a home owner thousands of dollars to correct a problem. When looking at homes, it’s important to be aware of the foundation. If the home has an unfinished basement it can be relatively easy to see if there is any cracking in the foundation. Minor cracking may only be a sign of settling in the home, however, large cracks can be a sign of structural problems with the foundation. If a home doesn't have a basement or has a finished basement that doesn't allow for you to look at the foundation, another way to tell if a home is possibly experiencing structural problems is by looking at the door frames throughout the home. If the door frames seem not to be square or the doors seem to have difficulty closing, it’s...