I always wondered, what if there is more than 3 cars. From what I see, everyone and their mother drives a car. So a family of 4, probably has 4 cars or minimum 3. Or is it just 2 people living in these 2000+ sqft 3 story townhomes?
I don't have kids and I'm in my late 20s. Ideally, I'd like to be near downtown Dallas or at least 20-25 miles out. I'm looking for a nice area that's safe. I'd love any suggestions that you guys may be a good area! Thank you :)
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With a ~950k we have recently been priced out of Brampton/Mississauga market for townhomes. We’ve been searching since October and unfortunately missed out on a few properties by not going in at our best offer (I know, I know ..big regrets).
What I guess I’m looking for input on is if we should rent for 1+yr to see what happens with the market vs buy a 2 bed along the subway line in Etobicoke (I work downtown and this would eliminate second car/parking costs).
To make things a bit more complicated we are expecting our first child in March. We plan on having a second after a couple of years. Does it make sense to buy a two bedroom when I know we will likely outgrow it in a few years? I have a strong desire to buy now after looking for so long but also want to make a smart move for the future.
Thanks as always.
This is a resale home: https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/23949945/4-thomas-swanson-st-markham-cornell
I wonder why this is…maybe because people see the damage these mongrels ensue. I mean shit, I wouldn’t want those disgusting creatures fucking my home up either.
The search in this subReddit didn't turn up much. One suggestion was a bit out of my price range...
Anyone have suggestions for a good painting crew @ a reasonable price? I need the entire property repainted, including molding.
Thanks!
So as the heading goes, i live in a townhome i bought this year in oakville (bought for 820k, probably appreciated by another 200k) for now its just me, my spouse and 1kid so its adequate.. i however see the need to move in about 5years when we expand the family and the kids get older. I guess my question is all things being equal, would the equity gained from selling in 5yrs be enough to buy a bigger place closeby or what investing strategy do i need to start work on now to accomplish that goal... if you successfully made this jump how did you do it?
Looking for a rental property in greater los angeles and the only thing that can see some positive cashflow are townhomes with HOA ~$250. Is it too risky to buy something with an HOA? Can they just wake up one day and say no more rentals?
I recently moved into a townhome, and one of my neighbors is very loud. It sounds like they are constantly running/stomping on the hardwood floors.
What I hear is the muted “thuds”.
I don’t hear voices, music or conversations, so I think the insulation or firewall is blocking that noise.
My question is, what services should I employ or things should I do to block the noise of them stomping around, so I no longer have the pleasure of hearing their muted thuds.
I have read that adding an extra layer or drywall may help or having someone come in and add blown insulation to the walls may help. But if the sound is the floor, I wonder if I should look into insulating the drywall ceilings?
Thank you for your time and responses
Anyone here that lives in a Lennar home with shared walls, like a town home or condo, and can give me some insight into how noise insulated they are? I am considering purchasing a unit but was wondering how it would be having shared wall neighbors. Any advice or insight into Lennar living is also welcome. Thanks!
Hey y’all — I have been renting in Locust Point and now that I know I’ll be staying for a few years I am seriously considering buying a home (link below).
https://www.redfin.com/MD/Baltimore/1506-Decatur-St-21230/unit-D/home/176487322
I noticed that the houses previously sold in the area were purchased at lower prices, from 200- 400k. The current house is being listed in the 620s. Does anyone have an opinion on whether or not this is too pricey? I would love to get some thoughts, i.e., do you think buying a property at this price point makes sense in Locust point? While I love the area, I want to make sure I am not acting irrationally.
FWIW… I am thinking about putting down 20% and it fits my budget.
Thanks in advance for any insight!
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I like a townhome but want to connect the kitchen to the living room. I'd want to knock down the wall between them, keeping any load bearing beams. Do hoa agreements typically prohibit this kind of renovation? Obviously, if someone knocks down the wrong wall the whole home could come crumbling down, so I imagine there would be some limitations, just not sure what they would be.
Speaking about the fires in Colorado. Who is responsible for building? Does the HOA rebuild the structures?
Next door neighbor’s contractor removed a loadbearing beam in her attic causing the ceiling in her room below to start caving in. What, if any, impact does this have on my home? We live in townhomes.
Update: thanks everyone for your input. Spoke with the guy who did our home inspection and confirmed that there is a firewall between the two homes and that the homes are structurally independent. Our roofs aren’t connected either (neighbor’s is lower than mine.)
THEN I found out that the beam wasn’t removed (maybe?) but instead the workers stupidly just walked along the ceiling causing it to cave in... 🤦♀️
Hi there,
Looking to get some advice - going to be a first time homebuyer. I live in Southern California, mid twenties - still live with parents. I have a stable job with an income of 115k… been saving up and time to move out.
With how volatile the market is - are there any suggestions on what makes the most sense as an investment? I’m leaning away from renting, since I have the option to just stay with family… but I don’t know if buying right now makes sense. Renting and townhouses come with the HOAs… but I don’t think home ownership at my age (mid twenties) makes sense?
Any recommendations for what path to take? Any areas I should be looking at?
I work remote mostly but my work is in the Anaheim area. Thanks!
Edit: Thanks for all the replies! My budget is currently >$800,00 in Greater Los Angeles/OC area
I’m have put an offer on a 3Bed 2Bath townhouse for 825k in Northgate Seattle, on a single income. It’s pending appraisal and I do have an appraisal contingency.
But I’ve been having second thoughts after visiting the property a second time for inspection:
- I’m getting more suspicious about the size, listed at 1700 sq ft but I feel it will realistically be 1450 sq ft.
- There were some smaller issues which I had made a compromise on such as windows on one side of the townhouse being blocked by a building, not enough storage space, no bath on main floor, shared garage etc.
- But the square footage misrepresentation is bothering me more. The house is also very close to Seattle city near many businesses and commercial establishments but not in a typical residential neighborhood. I’ve read opinions about prices being likely to drop near core of the city with remote work and townhouses don’t appreciate as much as SFH.
All of this is making me nervous about whether I can break even in 5 years, is it better to hang on to this given current market or break contract and let go of my earnest money (25k USD)?
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EDIT- appreciate everyone's answers, thank you!
I’m have put an offer on a 3Bed 2Bath townhouse for 825k in Northgate Seattle, on a single income. It’s pending appraisal and I do have an appraisal contingency.
But I’ve been having second thoughts after visiting the property a second time for inspection:
- I’m getting more suspicious about the size, listed at 1700 sq ft but I feel it will realistically be 1450 sq ft.
- There were some smaller issues which I had made a compromise on such as windows on one side of the townhouse being blocked by a building, not enough storage space, no bath on main floor, shared garage etc.
- But the square footage misrepresentation is bothering me more. The house is also very close to Seattle city near many businesses and commercial establishments but not in a typical residential neighborhood. I’ve read opinions about prices being likely to drop near core of the city with remote work and townhouses don’t appreciate as much as SFH.
All of this is making me nervous about whether I can break even in 5 years, is it better to hang on to this given current market or break contract and let go of my earnest money (25k USD)?
