Seriously, it’s going to take twice as long and cost twice as much.(5) If the house is 50+ years old and you’re going to hold for long term and not flip, budget to replace the old Cast iron plumbing ( I found roots growing into my sewer line after closing, A very costly unexpected expense). (6) Finally, stay Positive and remember the whole point of the first deal is just to get through it!

I live in Delaware but my roots are in NJ.

My last house had a bowed foundation from tree roots.

Basically, I want them to be responsible for any new long-term damages, even if the root cause of the damage happened before we entered into a lease, assuming it's caused by them.Another example: There's a high deck where rain water was directed and drained off harmlessly through a hole in the corner, by design.

Since money is at the root of this conversation, few people with skin in the game are neutral.

@Kyle Root you can check with the local county (Outagamie, Winnebago, Brown, etc) and see if they keep any kind of record for out of state owners.

I understand the people on here rooting for a massive housing crash and others suffering so they can make more money.

Where do you want to build your career and set permanent roots?

Find a new plumber who finds the root cause sooner - it took 6 months too long.4.

What you have is not a palm tree--it is a deep-rooted deciduous tree, and the roots are under your foundation for sure.