Sometimes buyers don't realize all the houses a buyer agent had to preview (in previous deals, and just agent walkthroughs) to get the neighborhood vibe and trend...numbers and data don't tell the whole truth.I hope that after a year or two of the new rules enough buyers (who got burned) will see that having someone experienced represent and protect their interests is a darned great idea. 

Also have to wonder is\f the OP has been advised that the unit is so old and in such shape as to be unrepairable and needs to be replaced, and is sending in a line of repair persons until she finds one who is willing to try to repair it; but it hasn’t worked? 

Pulling of your money out is considered a home run as this market is on a massive growth trend, but you can get base hits all day here in Columbus. 

.- Other market trends about the areas TH and individual room rentability - Frequency of renting versus selling in the areaI look forward to the insights you all share!

@Kunal Mishra I've sent a connect request, if you'd like to chat market trends in Carolina/Kure beach!

Also meant to add that we've had many groups (with kids) who left the place in much better shape and more thoughtfully.

But let me say this, I am aware that housing is in short supply.”Powell also reiterated that:- unemployment while still low is steadily notching higher;- job and wage growth while still strong are steadily moderating;- inflation is moderating, on trend, and the Fed’s target of 2% is on the horizon.The Bottom like: I still think we get interest rate cuts in September, and a second one after the election.

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I originally planned to get a refinance loan on this house when rates were 3-4%, but the property was in such bad shape the banks kept rejecting my requests for loans once they saw the condition of the property, and I couldnt qualify for insurance at that time.

I also really like that this is a U-shaped window unit which wraps over the window sill, meaning that you get to keep nearly all of your window's view and natural light, as well as it being theoretically harder for someone to break into the apartment by kicking in/pulling out the AC unit (ours is on the second floor, but the safety concerns for first floor units is definitely a consideration you'll want to factor in).Heating.