Mold!!

[Susan Morgan]

Hi,  

I'm looking into purchasing a short sale the price of the house is already approved.  I've had it inspected the major problem is that it has a upstairs bathroom that is leaking into the downstairs kitchen wall.  It's impossible to find out if there is mold until we open up the wall. I'm not sure what to do? 

I'm wondering will the sellers agent allow us to open up the wall to find out.  I don't know if that is something they allow. I know she's had this listing for a long time and she really wants to get rid of it. Or if I call mold inspectors will they be able to test it and find out.  

I'm so confused.......?

[Marcia Maynard]

Offer a low price that will leave you with enough money to fix the water damage and mold problem if there is one. If the lien holder won't accept a lower price, ask for other concessions. Everything is negotiable. Ask the agent if they would be willing to open the wall so your inspector can check it out. If not, do what you feel comfortable doing. Hope for the best and plan for the worst. If you are getting a good deal even in the worst case scenario, then go for it.

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