
29 December 2018 | 10 replies
The FHA says that examples of such problems include but are not limited to the following: Missing handrailsCracked or damaged exit doors that are otherwise operableCracked window glassDefective paint surfaces in homes constructed post-1978 (because of lead paint hazards)Minor plumbing leaks (such as dripping faucets)Defective floor finishes or coverings (worn through the finish, badly soiled carpeting)Evidence of previous (non-active) wood-destroying insect/organism damage where there is no evidence of unrepaired structural damageRotten or worn-out counter topsDamaged plaster, sheetrock or other wall and ceiling materials in homes constructed post-1978Poor workmanshipTrip hazards (cracked or partially heaving sidewalks, poorly installed carpeting)Crawl spaces with debris and trashLack of an all-weather driveway surface=================There are many areas, however, where the FHA does require problems to be remedied in order for the sale to close.Electrical and Heating The electrical box should not have any frayed or exposed wires.All habitable rooms must have a functioning heat source (except in a few select cities with mild winters).Roofs and Attics The roofing must keep moisture out.The roofing must be expected to last for at least two more years.The appraiser must inspect the attic for evidence of possible roof problems.The roof cannot have more than three layers of roofing.If the inspection reveals the need for roof repairs and the roof already has three or more layers of roofing, the FHA requires a new roof.Water HeatersThe water heater must meet local building codes and must convey with the property.Hazards and NuisancesA number of conditions fall under this category.

22 December 2018 | 0 replies
I did a full tearout of the kitchen ceiling and remediated all the water damage.

21 August 2020 | 11 replies
I have them wait in their car and tell them I'll let them know if there are any problems and they can have a chance to remedy.

1 January 2019 | 4 replies
I said I want to first want to be able to verify credentials but would prefer a water remediation specialist to do the inspection.

12 February 2019 | 1 reply
So I received a violation notice from the city of Royal Oak, Mi for not having my rental registered (shame on me) and as a part of remediating, I need to have an inspection.

12 January 2019 | 48 replies
Once it gets that bad it’s almost impossible to remedy without gutting it down to the studs.

4 September 2018 | 54 replies
Eviction is the only remedy.

5 September 2018 | 68 replies
The existing house is valued as a negative because it needs to get demolished and has cost to tip the waste or do asbestos remedial work.

5 September 2018 | 3 replies
As you are asking the question, I would guess that you know that a leaking oil tank can / will open up world of issues; Phase 1, Phase 2, remediation, retesting and who knows what else.You could purchase it subject to all remediation done by the seller and certification of cleanup by the fire dept / county / state (who ever has juristriction on this).Alternativley, you could be willing to invest in the testing / consultants necessary to scope the problem (with no guarrantee that they are 100% correct) and then make offer taking the results into account.Until you know the scope of the problem, you can not know the cost to fix it so unless you have done this before and have deep pockets, making any offer is very high risk.Oren

16 September 2018 | 10 replies
Its not cheap to have a property demoed in Detroit, Ex. 2100 sf , two story, between two existing homes will cost approx. 13k, without asbestos and lead remediation - it will take 60-90 days to get utilities terminated, and proper permits issued.