If you are a typical home buyer, you are likely to eliminate a home with a basement that has water stains or mildew on the walls or floors. Before you completely rule out a home that you really like because of a water issue, you should get an expert's opinion.

A basement can often be dried out easily. A new set of gutters, repairs to a plugged up outdoor drain, or simple regrading of soil around the foundation may solve the problem. A home inspector or water-proofing company can give you an idea about what is causing the dampness, as well as how much you will have to pay to waterproof the area. Sometimes the home owner will consider negotiating the repair costs with the buyers, especially if the alternative is no offer at all. If the house is a "fixer-upper" and priced accordingly, you could get an excellent value that more timid buyers might pass up.

     

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Keller Williams Realty Premier Properties
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Shannon started her local real estate career 8 years ago with investment properties, both renovating houses for resale and acquiring rental properties. Because of her experience with buying and selling, Shannon is sensitive to the needs and expectations of buyers and sellers. Shannon Aronson has a Masters degree from New York University. Whether in life or in business, Shannon Aronson approaches her goals with unbridled determination, commitment and enthusiasm. Her dedication to achieving only optimal results makes her a sought after real estate agent in the area. Shannon uses her investment experience, her skills in negotiation and cutting edge Internet marketing to help her clients achieve their dreams. When you’re in the market to buy or sell your home in the area, Shannon Aronson and her team of competent professionals will deliver results that are A Cut Above. Looking for Real Estate in Short-Hills, Millburn, Summit, Maplewood & Livingston, New jersey, I can help! call today to schedule a private consultation.