Hi Everyone!
Happy Wednesday my friends! I hope you all have been enjoying these first official days of Summer. Things have been quite interesting in our neck of the woods.
Well, we got down to the final countdown before our scheduled closing date, but Monday we made the decision to walk away from The One. As I mentioned before during our inspection period we discovered several major issues with the home. We brought in multiple contractors to assess the scope of the issues and help us determine the costs to correct them. In the end we realized the house would not be a smart move for us financially. Because the property is a short sale we dealt with the bank and not a seller in the traditional sense, which made negotiations a bit tricky. Compile that with a sellers agent who wasn't the most professional individual in the world and it was easy to see this was definitely not the property for us.
We are once again on the hunt for our next home. Its unfortunate that we've set ourselves back 45 days, but we are completely happy and 100% satisfied with our decision. We knew from the beginning this could be a lengthy process, so we are looking at this as a learning experience and moving on optimistically. I firmly believe everything happens for a reason. The house we are meant to be in is out there and it will be so. House hunting is an adventure that's for sure...
Until next time....
Xo-Shavonda
The right property is out there! I am so sorry that the one wasn't "the one" but making a good decision for your family is paramount - you don't need a money pit and a ton of headaches. Good luck on the hunt!
ReplyDeleteOh, no! I'm so sorry to hear this! But I guess better to know now and walk away than find yourself in a money pit six months from now. Good luck finding another The One!
ReplyDeleteOh I'm sorry everything didnt work out- but it all happens for a reason! You're just needed elsewhere! Good luck :)
ReplyDeleteGood for you for listening to all the facts and your gut! This means "the one" is one big step closer to being found by you and your family!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry, what a bummer!! Something great will come up. xo
ReplyDeleteso bummed for you because i know it's a let down, BUT i know that everything happens for a reason and the right house is out there. this was just not it.
ReplyDeleteThat's a bummer, but I think it is great that you are keeping a straight head and looking at the bottom line and not involving too many feelings even though it is hard. Here is to finding the even perfecter one :)
ReplyDeleteWell, its a good thing you guys discovered the problems beforehand. I'm rooting for you. I know you'll find THE ONE!
ReplyDeleteI too agree that everything happens for a reason .. I've been saying that a lot recently! Hoping that you get good news soon!!
ReplyDeleteSo stressful. I'm sorry but also agree that everything happens for a reason and it's good that you listen to your instincts.
ReplyDeleteI really appreciate how upbeat you sound about what I'm assuming was a pretty disappointing situation. What an example to look on the bright side! I'm sure your next "the one" will be even better... :)
ReplyDeleteGood for you for being prudent, which I know is so hard when you are in love with a property! We just moved into The One For Us, but not until after the I spector raved about how well the place had been cared for!
ReplyDeleteBoo!!! I hate to hear this, but it sounds like you guys made the best decision by walking away! Something even better is going to come your way!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you went with your gut and walked away. Things happen for a reason and just like you mentioned your home is out there, you'll discover it soon. For now enjoy chilling poolside! ;-)))
ReplyDeleteA brave decision. Hang in there. The options in this area are virtually limitless!
ReplyDeleteBuying a house can be so stressful. I hope you find "the one" soon!
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