While homeownership is a good way to save money and keep you from getting caught in the rent cycle, it comes with an entirely new set of problems and expenses that you may not expect.
Home ownership is more than just signing your name on a deed, it can be dealing with infestations, leaky roofs, bursting pipes, and assorted disasters. Repair costs are sometimes daunting, and the looming threat of a disaster can have anyone shivering in their boots.
However, making investments and catching problems early will help to prevent future disasters, and save hundreds or thousands in repairs.
Here are a few problem-prone places to check if you’re concerned about the durability and safety of your home.
Homeownership can be an incredibly rewarding experience, especially if you think about problems before they occur. Prevention is the best method of treatment when it comes to problems like these, but preparation is the next best thing. Be aware of your surroundings, and take steps to solve problems wisely when they do occur. Always have a professional look at serious issues that arise in your home to ensure tiny problems don’t turn into major disasters.
Cliff Carroll
ABR, PSA, RSPS, SRS
The Carroll Company
Barnstable, MA
Osterville, MA
Sandwich, MA
Centerville, MA
Cotuit, MA
Hyannis Port, MA
West Barnstable, MA
Hyannis, MA
Marstons Mills, MA
Cummaquid, MA
Always Here Properties, LLC
Lampasas, TX
Kempner, TX
Gatesville, TX
Harker Heights, TX
Killeen, TX
Belton, TX
Nolanville, TX
Copperas Cove, TX
Keller Williams Realty
Cornersville, TN
Lewisburg, TN
Pulaski, TN
Columbia, TN
Lynnville, TN
Summertown, TN
Chapel Hill, TN
Culleoka, TN
Ethridge, TN
Re/Max Consultants Realty I
Plantation, FL
Pembroke Pines, FL
Miramar, FL
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Dania Beach, FL
Cooper City, FL
Davie, FL
Hollywood, FL
Norma L. Rodriguez, PA
Broker Associate
Berkshire Hathaway Florida Realty
Cooper City, FL
Joy Michelle Realty Group,
Stryve Realty
Cleburne, TX
Burleson, TX
Joshua, TX
Godley, TX
Grandview, TX
Alvarado, TX
Covington, TX
Keene, TX
The Kurt Real Estate Group
Huntington Beach, CA
Newport Beach, CA
Irvine, CA
North Tustin, CA
Tustin, CA
Costa Mesa, CA
MiamiRent-Sell Realty
Kendall, FL
Sunny Isles Beach, FL
Bal Harbour, FL
Aventura, FL
Miami, FL
Brickell, FL
Coral Gables, FL
Miami Beach, FL
Karigan Residential Group
Douglas Elliman of California Inc
Newport Coast, CA
Newport Beach, CA
Corona Del Mar, CA
Laguna Beach, CA
Costa Mesa, CA
Irvine, CA
Laguna Niguel, CA
Dana Point, CA
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