Later on as a more-experienced flipper you might have a knowledgeable craftsman look at houses for you, but in the early stages of your flipping career it is absolutely crucial that you spend the time to look at the house yourself.

If I were looking to purchase, I'd want a price reduction for her bad finish work.No, I'm not a perfectionist or a master craftsman, but I do try to do a good job.

Just closed on this really neat Craftsman home last week and our goal is to be DONE in 30 days...

Brian Pulaski What they did was took data from the Craftsman line of books.

BTW I have been to Hermon  It's a cute little historic area with a lot of craftsman houses... these 1900-1920s houses often have a lot of foundation issues and the majority of the time require/recommend an earthquake retrofit for sale ($3500-6,000)There's a cute park there on the Hermon park border that you walk under a bridge to get to.  

;)I own a 98 year old craftsman on the bluff in the historic district of North Everett, and hope to invest in my own neighborhood to help preserve and restore the areas east of me.

Looking to start this venture ASAP...Bend, OR Vacation home criteriaSingle level cottage, craftsman or rambler200k-350kBeds 2+Bathrooms 2+SQFT. 1000+Lot size (Large enough for 3 large dogs)Easy to maintain landscape Parking is a plusLocation (close to amenities, shopping, parks, trails and river)Does not need to be close to schools or jobsNot on a busy streetPossible turn key depending on pricePossible cosmetic remodel/fixer (not total flip or gut project)Possibility to rent out as a vacation rentalThis is just a guideline..Thank you in advance for all your thoughtsCj

I think one caveat to that is, if you are going to hire the work, finding a real CRAFTSMAN.

There are so many beautiful craftsman built homes withing that 12 block area.

Unless it is a desired last century brick craftsman or historic victorian folks in my opinion folks usually pay up for newer.