Buying A Fixer-upper in Odessa TX

Ask the Agent: Buying a Fixer Upper in Odessa TX Since my rent just went up again at my apartment and it is impossible to find a house to rent in Odessa, do you think it is a good idea to buy now?   Buying a Fixer Upper in Odessa TX You are not alone. Many people find it difficult to find a house to rent in Odessa. If you can buy a home, now is the time. Interest rates are low and home prices are stable. Here are some things to consider… Do You Qualify for a Home Loan? The first key thing is do you qualify for a home loan. Unless you have enough savings to pay cash (most people do not) than you will first want to know...

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Your Home Inspection When Buying A Home In Odessa TX

What to expect when you get a home inspection in Odessa Texas Odessa City Code & The Inspection Report The home inspector bases his report on the current building code that the city of Odessa has adopted . It is common to find a large number of items on the inspection report simply because of the home’s age. In Odessa & Midland TX the majority of homes were built in the 1950′s and 1960′s. Regardless if you are buying a home that is 60 yrs old or built last year, it is likely the home is going to have some building code deficiencies. The reason is that building code requirements changes regularly. Homes are only required to meet...

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Common Odessa Home Inspection Finds

What to Expect from Your Odessa Home Inspection When buying a home in Odessa TX, regardless if you are a first time home buyer or buying your 2nd home (or+), I highly recommend a professional home inspection. The expense is around $300 – 350 (and worth every penny). Home inspectors are trained and licensed professionals who specialize with a general knowledge of all aspects of the home and it’s operating systems. If the inspector sees an issue that needs a more expertise, they will refer you a specialist. Here Is a List of Common Items Found On a Home Inspection Interior and exterior missing brick morter rotted facia/soffit boards cracked...

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Hiring A Home Inspector In Odessa TX

Who To Hire? In Texas, all home inspectors are required to be licenced by the Texas Real Estate Commission. Don’t worry if you don’t know of any. As a buyer client, you will be provided with several as part of the Donna Edwards Team Concierge Package. What To Expect? The home inspectors job is to find things wrong with the house you are buying. Believe me he will find plenty of the common home inspection items. Every house has issues. If you want a new house, you should buy one; otherwise expect some imperfections. It is important to remember during this process that the purpose of the inspection is for your own personal knowledge of the current...

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Common Odessa Home Inspection Finds

What to Expect from Your Odessa Home Inspection When buying a home in Odessa TX, regardless if you are a first time home buyer or buying your 2nd home (or+), I highly recommend a professional home inspection. The expense is around $300 – 350 (and worth every penny). Home inspectors are trained and licensed professionals who specialize with a general knowledge of all aspects of the home and it’s operating systems. If the inspector sees an issue that needs a more expertise, they will refer you a specialist. Here Is a List of Common Items Found On a Home Inspection Interior and exterior missing brick morter rotted facia/soffit boards cracked...

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West Texas Astronomers in Odessa & Midland TX

The West Texas Astronomers is a local club / organization for Odessa, Midland and area West Texas.  I tended a monthly meeting of the West Texas Astronomers.  As usual they provided many interesting Space Update presentations.  Topics this month included short videos: Ray Bradbury NASA International Space Station Space Exploration Trip to the Surface of Mars Giant Astroids Brown Dwarfs and more The public is always welcome to visit ... monthly meetings are held the 2nd Monday of the month Museum of the Southwest - Marian Blakemore Planetarium 1705 W Missouri Avenue Midland, Texas OdessaMidlandHomes.com Donna Edwards call/txt 432-934-4439 Odessa TX Realtor Brok...

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Buying a Fixer Upper in Odessa TX

Ask the Agent: Buying a Fixer Upper in Odessa TX Since my rent just went up again at my apartment and it is impossible to find a house to rent in Odessa, do you think it is a good idea to buy now? Buying a Fixer Upper in Odessa TX You are not alone. Many people find it difficult to find a house to rent in Odessa. If you can buy a home, now is the time. Interest rates are low and home prices are stable. Here are some things to consider… Do You Qualify for a Home Loan? The first key thing is do you qualify for a home loan. Unless you have enough savings to pay cash (most people do not) than you will first want to know if you...

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