What to consider before buying an older home 16 Articles

by JoAnn Powell

Many people prefer older homes because of the high class of workmanship, the detailing done by experienced craftsmen and the history that is often associated with a house that has been standing for years. Older homes are ...read more

by marmalade

To state the obvious, when considering buying an older home, bear in mind that it is not a new home! As such, you cannot necessarily expect the foundations, floors, walls, ceilings, roofs and fittings (i.e. electrical, pl...read more

by joy

Buying an older home is both an adventure and exciting. There are many possible issues when buying an older home that you may wish to consider before you make an offer. Do you like the neighbourhood? Is it a neighborh...read more

by Heidi Marie Fleetfoot

If you are thinking of buying an older home then there are some helpful points which you may like to consider before making your final decision. The aspects to look at with regards to an older house are that which pertain ...read more

by Rodger Whitney

Having been a real estate appraiser for 15 years, I have heard a lot of horror stories from buyers. a few simple steps will reduce the headaches for a home buyer. 1. Unless you are in a well surveyed and platted subdivi...read more

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by Peg R

Having renovated quite a few older homes and newer homes there are a few things that you can't turn a blind eye to when evaluating the property. First you have to consider lead paint which can be found in more than 80...read more

by France Burlingham

In 1985, my husband and I bought a house advertised as a century house but which was almost 200 years old. We loved the property surrounding the house and were blinded to what was involved in living in a house that old. ...read more

by Gillian Sand

Consider this. Older homes do not necessarily equal fixer-uppers. Your home inspection will be the most important tool in deciding whether to purchase a particular older home, or not. Each home will be different. Some olde...read more

by Dina Psichogiopoulos

When buying an older home that needs to be restored be prepared to do some of the work yourself as well as the research, be prepared to pay more for alterations and renovations and be prepared for work to take longer to fi...read more

by Nathan H

There are several considerations that must be taken into account before you buy an older home. Many of the considerations would apply for both new and older homes. 1. What are the costs of similar homes in the area? ...read more

by Ruth Hawkins

Buying an older home can bring numerous advantages. There is no more aesthetic charm than coming home to endless original features, the open fire place, wooden beams, ornate cornicing, stone work, Victorian door frames, ba...read more

by Sherry Bentley-Short

A handy mans dream, or a handy mans nightmare. There are some older homes that should just not be bought. When buying our first home, my husband and and I told every body we know its old but we have alot of love to gi...read more

by Steve Martin

I bought a house that was constructed in 1860 and would mention the following points as worth considering: 1. Initial costs for things such as woodworm treatment etc will need to be taken into account. 2. There will be...read more

by John Chaney

Simply put , it is very important for you to move very slowly and cautiously when you consider buying an older home. Older homes have a great deal to offer the experienced home owner. First if it is your first h...read more

by Lyndon W

Be an Informed buyer. Look, learn and run through the buying process. Research and widen your selections on the market by searching for available homes in locations that you are looking for. Drive around the surrounding es...read more

by Skyler Tumbleson

What you want to consider before buying an older home is whether or not you are up for the time and effort you might have to put into the home. Older homes usually have to require a lot of time and money to get back to th...read more