This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is on a corner lot with RV parking and has new exterior paint. Home has an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, laminate floors throughout, painted white kitchen cabinets and a new water heater. Diamond Bar park is just down the street, close to St. Charles, Schools and shopping.
Listed by Tori Camacho for West + Main Homes. Please contact Tori for current pricing + availability.
This single-level craftsman bungalow features a sizeable, fenced yard with sprinklers, gas fireplace, central air conditioning and a 50-year transferable roof. Just a short distance to Sun Meadow Park and within the Caldera High School boundary. Short Term Rental eligible, per City of Bend mapping application (Buyer to verify).
Listed by Sean Austin for West + Main Homes. Please contact Sean for current pricing + availability.
When updating the exterior, here are some things to work on that will attract the interest of buyers or renters.
Repair the Roof
A home's roof is an important consideration to people looking to rent or purchase a property. Damaged or inadequate roofing can lead to moisture leaks from rain or snow. Wind damage can worsen the roof's condition. Check to see that the shingles are intact and nailed securely. Ensure that the gutters and downspouts are properly installed and free of leaks or rust. The chimney should also be inspected for signs of crumbling bricks or mortar as well as any openings that would enable insects, rodents, or birds to get inside. Professional roofers can handle these issues if you lack the time or expertise.
Update the Windows
A building's windows need to be in good condition without leaks, cracked glass, or torn screens. The window casings and frames should also be solid and not warped or damaged. Paint the frames to coordinate with the home's exterior color or texture for a smooth, updated look. Indoor curtains, valances, or drapes can often be seen from outside, so choose a style that enhances the window design. You may want to install shutters or awnings made of canvas or aluminum to shield the windows from sunlight glare and add attractive accents.
Enhance the Entrance
Homebuyers always check out the front door first. If the entrance is appealing and welcoming, they are likely to schedule a tour to see the rest of the property. To make the most of your property's entrance, freshen the front door with a coat of paint. Add hanging baskets of flowers or planters on the stoop or steps as well as a seasonal wreath on the door. Trim any hedges or bushes at the front of the property. Clean the yard and add fresh mulch to flower beds.
Reinforce the Foundation
Walk around the house to see how the foundation looks. If rainwater trickles toward the foundation, reposition the dirt alongside the basement foundation so that it slants away from the house for better drainage. Tuckpoint any gaps or cracks and clean up crumbled brick, block, or cement.
With a few basic tasks like these, your investment property can look better than ever. Take time to objectively appraise the home's curb appeal, and make improvements like these to attract interested shoppers.
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That’s especially true of well-appointed homes that have lots of updates or desirable features like swimming pools. However, not everyone sees a pool and jumps for joy. Some people can actually have some major reservations about buying a home with a swimming space — whether it’s because of the additional insurance concerns or simply worries about safety — which is why Florence Saade, a Realtor associate with Brown Harris Stevens Miami, says every seller with a pool should make sure their pool area has these four things.
Pools can be a massive selling point to hopeful homeowners with dreams of having a swimming spot all their own, but Saade says it’s really important for prospective buyers to be able to see themselves lounging around the space. “When buyers are touring potential homes, they like to envision themselves entertaining or having a great time with friends and family around the pool — especially during the summer months,” she says. “Anything that looks inviting and ready to entertain will make buyers’ eyes light up and increase the value of the home overall.”
While pools can be enticing, all the work that comes along with them is decidedly not. Pools require upkeep, maintenance, and sometimes costly chemicals, which is why Saade says it’s important to provide everything your home’s next owner will need in order to get their feet wet… literally. “When listing a home with a pool, sellers ensure the pool area is turnkey, allowing buyers to bring nothing more than a swimsuit and jump in.”
Your pool isn’t the only thing that needs to look inviting; the area around your pool should highlight just how much time a new owner will want to spend hanging poolside. “A well accessorized poolside sitting area is an excellent touch,” Saade says. “The area should have comfortable, clean seating and offer sun protection, like a canopy or a stylish umbrella.”
Pools are obviously a huge selling point all on their own, but Saade says you can get even more bang for your buck if your backyard pool area also comes with an outdoor kitchen. “They create a sense of luxury and convenience,” she says. “Buyers like the idea of being able to serve food and drinks without going back and forth to the main kitchen. Even when space or budget doesn’t allow for a full outdoor kitchen, a nice BBQ for example is a wise investment. Just be sure it is clean and in working condition.” As an added bonus, an outdoor kitchen means less dripping bathing suits in the house!
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Buyers who are not in the market for a fixer-upper are typically trying to nab a house in the best possible condition, and roof damage can be seriously costly to repair.
But should a faulty roof scare you off, or does it present an opportunity to negotiate the price of the home? Consider these factors before making a decision.
How bad is the damage?
The extent of the roofing damage is one factor that should help sway your decision.
Are you getting an FHA loan?
Buyers who plan on using a Federal Housing Administration loan to finance the house can end up putting down as little as 3.5%. But to be approved for the FHA loan, the property must be in livable and insurable condition, and the buyer must have secured property insurance before closing.
To get property insurance, the insurance company will require a four-point inspection, which covers electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and the roof’s condition and life expectancy, according to Juan Rojas, licensed real estate broker at JPR International Real Estate in Miami.
“Typically, if the roof doesn’t have at least three years of life expectancy, an insurance company won’t be able to insure it,” he says.
Therefore, if you’re planning on getting an FHA loan, trying to buy a home with roof damage might be more trouble than it’s worth.
What if it’s just an old roof?
Perhaps there’s no proven damage to the roof; maybe it’s just really old, like, 20 years old. The life span of your roof is determined by the material it’s made of and the weather conditions in your area. Slate, copper, and tile roofs can last 50 years or longer; wood shake roofs last about 30 years; fiber cement shingles last 25 years; and asphalt shingle roofs last about 20 years, according to the National Association of Home Builders.
Home buyers shouldn’t necessarily shy away from a home with an older roof, Lesh says.
“It would depend on the quality of the workmanship and materials, and whether any signs of abnormal wear are visible,” he says. “For example, a 20-year-old undamaged, clay tile roof in the southwestern United States is more likely to last longer than a brand-new composite shingle roof in the same area.”
Should you buy a home with roof damage?
Ultimately the decision is yours; however, most of the experts we spoke to believe that problems with a roof should not deter you from purchasing a house—as long as there are stipulations.
“As long as the damage has been or will be repaired, there should be no problem buying a house with a roof that has been damaged,” says Lesh.
Maya Madison, a real estate agent at Keller Williams Realty in Metairie, LA, believes you should absolutely consider buying a house with roof problems.
“During the inspection period, get a quote from a licensed contractor to repair or replace” the roof, she says. “Either the seller will agree to fix it before the act of sale, or take the amount off the purchase price.”
And if you don’t agree with the seller’s decision, Madison says you can cancel the contract during the inspection period.
However, if you decide to proceed with the purchase, Breyer warns against letting the sellers make the repairs. He advises buyers to get their own quotes and then negotiate the price down based on the amount it will cost to repair or replace the roof.
“The sellers’ goal would be to save money, meaning that they are going to hire the cheapest contractor, and you might end up with a roof repair that is lacking in quality,” Breyer says.
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