…But FIRST let’s talk to our fourth loan officer. Yes, we’re in it neck deep now! One guy left me hanging when everything should have been finalized. One had too may stipulations on the houses. Another had too may on us. By Thursday I felt like I was at an impasse on both house hunting and loan securing.
Following our realtor’s recommendations now for FHA. Three properties
on the list this morning in our price range. ALL paycheck houses. So we had to choose our projects wisely.
THE DECISION! an enormous house in a quaint town. Perfectly centered on a long rectangular lot. Compromised on as much yard as we wanted, but gained a basement, garage, and bedrooms. Shade trees line the alley, and the neighbors’ properties seem reasonably kept. Whew!
Yes for Nostalgia: It smelled like my Grandma’s house, immediately comforting and welcoming. It was empty and old, but not neglected. I’m not gonna lie; it was hard to keep my mouth shut while hubby checked out the structure and such. Meanwhile, in my head- I‘ve already bought paint and mopped the floors! “Let him say everything first.” I thought. {Being married 33 years… I know when to lay low and when it’s worth it to pounce.}
To Hubby, the old 2 story reminded him of his childhood home. He loved growing up there. And said so right away! The roof met his standards. And the garage {Man Cave}, of course was the main draw. The electrical boxes were somewhat freaky-deaky but not deal breakers. {Ha! get it breakers? Construction humor}
Well, friends and Confidantes, no guarantees yet, but phase 2 of the process begins. I’m tickled pink! Gma Auburn {Jen}– Containing her chickens that haven’t hatched yet. 😉
Grandma Auburn Designs 