Should I buy a house that once had termites?

• <div><p>Termite damage isn’t always a deal breaker when buying a house, but don’t dismiss it. If that’s the case, you should hire a professional termite inspection to understand the extent of the damage, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/talking-termite-treatments.htm">type of termite</a>, state of repairs, and whether the infestation is gone.</p><p>If the termites are gone and the current owners repaired the damage, you might want to proceed. You may even be able to use the damage as a bargaining point. However, don’t forget that home insurance policies often don’t cover termite treatment or repairs and active infestations are tricky to shift.</p></div>

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Q: How much money do you need to save to buy a house?

• <div><p>While it's smart to save up about 25 percent of the price of a home&mdash;to cover the down payment and closing costs&mdash;many loans require between less than 3% down to qualify. In either case, you'll need between 3 and 6 percent for the closing and moving costs as well as a strong financial history for mortgage approval.</p><p> </p></div>

Q: Can a buyer back out if the appraisal is lower than the offer?

• <div><p>If the appraised value comes in lower than an offer, a buyer will normally be able to back out because a low appraisal can prevent a mortgage from going to underwriting. The buyer can also try to negotiate for a lower sale price or offer to put down more cash to bridge the appraisal gap.</p></div>

Q: Are appraisals required for selling a property?

• <div><p>Appraisals are not mandatory but are helpful for pricing accuracy and negotiation purposes.</p></div>

Q: Should I buy a house that once had termites?

• <div><p>Termite damage isn&rsquo;t always a deal breaker when buying a house, but don&rsquo;t dismiss it. If that&rsquo;s the case, you should hire a professional termite inspection to understand the extent of the damage, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/talking-termite-treatments.htm">type of termite</a>, state of repairs, and whether the infestation is gone.</p><p>If the termites are gone and the current owners repaired the damage, you might want to proceed. You may even be able to use the damage as a bargaining point. However, don&rsquo;t forget that home insurance policies often don&rsquo;t cover termite treatment or repairs and active infestations are tricky to shift.</p></div>

Q: Are Colonial homes a good investment?

• <div><p>Yes, Colonial homes are generally a good investment. Most home buyers who are interested in this style love its simple yet functional interior and charming exterior. Plus, if you keep up with its maintenance, some homebuyers are more willing to purchase a traditional home without the common issues found in older homes.</p></div>

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The listing agent on a home I bought, which had a lot of leaks from freeze damage while it sat empty, referred BMF PLUMBING to me. BMF owner Joe Brawner understood the problem and the importance of fixing the leaks ASAP. The real problem was that, because the leaks hadn’t caused any damage yet,...
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My wife and I moved into a new house and had old carpet removed from several rooms. My wife decided she wanted the floors stained and sealed. We contacted Tom Freeman and arranged for his company to do the work on the floors. His guys came right on time and worked diligently to complete the job...
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Reviewed in July 2025
showed up on time and got after it. Helped us build the walls and sheath them. definitely will hire again.
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Dean Starke is a detailed oriented custom home builder. We selected him to build our home. He completed the build on time, on budget. We ended up with everything we asked for. In addition, he spends time going over all the details regarding home controls, and his builders warranty. We do not...
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Did a excellent good. She's very professional and will hire again.
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John, the installer, was very knowledgeable. The service was done in a professional manner and the price was very acceptable. Job well done!!!!
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Very prompt and professional. The quality of David's work was outstanding and his rates are very reasonable. I will definitely hire him for future projects.
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Reviewed in July 2020
She did a great job. Pricing is very reasonable. She is right on-time. She is the best one I've ever had. She cleaned everything like a real professional.
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The company is professional and provides a great service and offers competitive prices, equipment, and service agreements. They are relatively new but have experienced professionals on staff. They are offering modern approach that companies like Jon Wayne are charging astronomical prices for. If...
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She has good pricing, I have known her for years, and used her before she branched off into her own company. She is very easy to get along with and very personable. She is not pushy and stands by her work. She works with you to get what you want. She's a real good, hard working girl and I...
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Real Estate Agents questions, answered by experts

While it's smart to save up about 25 percent of the price of a home—to cover the down payment and closing costs—many loans require between less than 3% down to qualify. In either case, you'll need between 3 and 6 percent for the closing and moving costs as well as a strong financial history for mortgage approval.

If the appraised value comes in lower than an offer, a buyer will normally be able to back out because a low appraisal can prevent a mortgage from going to underwriting. The buyer can also try to negotiate for a lower sale price or offer to put down more cash to bridge the appraisal gap.

Appraisals are not mandatory but are helpful for pricing accuracy and negotiation purposes.

Termite damage isn’t always a deal breaker when buying a house, but don’t dismiss it. If that’s the case, you should hire a professional termite inspection to understand the extent of the damage, type of termite, state of repairs, and whether the infestation is gone.

If the termites are gone and the current owners repaired the damage, you might want to proceed. You may even be able to use the damage as a bargaining point. However, don’t forget that home insurance policies often don’t cover termite treatment or repairs and active infestations are tricky to shift.

Yes, Colonial homes are generally a good investment. Most home buyers who are interested in this style love its simple yet functional interior and charming exterior. Plus, if you keep up with its maintenance, some homebuyers are more willing to purchase a traditional home without the common issues found in older homes.

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