What are the pros/cons of buying an older home and restoring the character and history of the home and buying a newer home? I like the first option but not sure about the hazards of older homes? I would really like the challenge of restoring a craftsman-style home over the years but I want all the information I can get before embarking on this challenge!

Pros are the pleasure of doing it yourself and loving what you have done. Older homes have so much character and beauty and you will have the pride of ownership.

Cons are it could cost you much more than you expect. It might take more time than you expect and with older homes things are constantly breaking down if the house was not well maintained. If you are doing an accurate restoration it might take time to find replacement parts. If the house is in complete disrepair you could actually be rebuilding the house. To me it's too much of an expense, but you are not me. Whatever your decision, I wish you luck.

Check these books out first.

The Not So Big House and Creating the Not So Big House both by Sarah Susanka.

I think you are going to be surprised by a new way of thinking.

Hai to everyone in this family !

I whould like to buy a new home at the end of 2007. I want to get some suggesions before buy it. Anybody can give clear ideas to me. Plz...


Thanks to all !

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