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@@AjaDanghey aja! you’re so brave for sharing all of this i’m really sorry you’re going thru this in houston. not sure if you’ve checked, but maybe get your astrocartography chart read. you can figure out which places on earth best suit you for living. sending you lots of love during this time.
It'd be overkill adding in a lawsuit to your situation. Buying your first home and moving to a different state is already such a huge undertaking. Anyone's mental load would be maxed out. You are juggling so much. I appreciate you sharing these real struggles with us. Keep holding on.
While a general home inspection is CRUCIAL, as a realtor I always encourage my clients to bring a licensed general contractor that they trust through the home as well. It’s like having your own mechanic look at a used car before you buy it even if the car has been inspected by the dealership and comes with their warranty etc. If a general inspector says there are issues with plumbing, the roof or HVAC, I always encourage my clients to have a tradesperson for that system or specific area come out to give their opinion as a SME. I’m sorry if you’re realtor didn’t encourage you all to do this. Next time I hope you have all the TRADESPEOPLE out during your inspection period 🙏 hang in there!
someone mentioned that as well. Had I known, I would've found one. Thankfully we know contractors now who could help, but being new to the city - it didn't even occur to me.
My coworker told me when I was searching for a home to always get a second opinion, but the inspector I hired luckily did his job Thoroughly and was able to find things that the seller didn't specify on the listing. Ultimately this inspection made me pass on the house. I almost fell for it because they remodeled the whole place. They were focused on making it look good that the house itself was essentially falling apart and I'm glad I finally woke up and realized this because lord knows what would've happened to me financially if I didn't pull out.
Aja 😥 I know how you feel. The first home we bought had huge issues. All of which were covered up and slapped together by previous homeowners. We will make no money on the sale. We got the home inspected, but inspectors cannot tell you whether or not to buy the house. And if the homeowners covered anything up? for example, if they covered up a cracked drywall because of a sagging foundation? well, technically the inspector has no way of knowing if the home has that issue. There are plenty of people who thought they were buying their dream home only to realize that it's a money pit. I am sure there are people in the comments who can share similar stories. You are not alone and I wish this was talked about more.
As tempting as it for people who want to sue I would really look into the inspection report and how it is reported. Inspectors often write up reports in a way that protects them they are only responsible for what they could see so with the wiring behind the walls they wouldn’t be responsible because the inspector was never able to see therefore not responsible. These reports are usually very long and vague for a reason if it was mentioned in the report even in a little way they could be covered because they notified you of what they could. Although with your situation it could be they were just seriously incompetent.
This is so crazy to me! I’m going through something similar to Aja and it’s like…what do you mean you didn’t have to inspect it if you “didn’t see it”? For example, there was a shelf in the way of a sub panel in my garage of the house I just bought, and the inspector didn’t think to push the shelf (on wheels) out of the way to inspect the panel? And I can’t sue?
I think your window to dispute claims is before you sign off on the inspection. Especially if you do the walkthrough with them it doesn't help your case since you could have pointed things out.
100% agree with this. We went through a similar situation but after talking with lawyers I was told if I don’t have a millions of dollars to spend, its not worth it. I know that the inspector intentionally did not point out a specific issue that cost us $10,000 and wrote up a report that would basically protect him. They ultimately told us it would be hard to prove negligence on the sellers part even though they DIY’d this issue. I feel your pain Aja and I’m telling you that your not alone. I remember crying almost every day for 6 months about the issue we had and it happened 3 months after we moved in and it was also our first home.
A lawyer will help determine if a lawsuit is worthwhile. Or straight up refuse a case if it’s not winnable. I will say this, in some states, there ARE some laws that protect buyers from sellers who do construction improperly. Unfortunately that’s not true everywhere. I’ll bet most states don’t have such protection laws. :( If a car dealership can’t sell us a lemon, I feel like a homeowner can’t sell a shoddy home unless we sign a waiver. After all, some people DO buy shoddy homes that need to be demolished. But I imagine there would be some kind of waiver.
Not a lawyer, but for anyone thinking of suing....Don't forget about potential legal fees you'd if you decide to sue. Also, if you are going to sue, there is the potential that the inspector will not pay..... You shouldn't regret this if you can help it. I know that's easier said than done. You are putting the love into this home, that you and your potential future family deserves. Maybe make daily positive affirmations towards the house, and frankly to yourself "I love this house" "I can't believe we get to put this much love into our home so soon". It might be easier after you start putting the finishing touches on your house though! I'm not an ooey gooey person. I sometimes have to stop myself from saying something negative when people start to say how great my home is. There are so many great things about it, and that's what you, I we should focus on.
I really appreciate you sharing your home buying/homeownership journey. I think we’ve been taught that the whole process is smooth sailing and cookie cutter perfect, when that’s not the case at all. A lot of trust, money, patience and knowledge is involved and although it feels like a curse, for you to share everything with us is a blessing of wisdom.
This series is bringing me back to when I decided to buy an old home near downtown LA in 2019. With the budget that I had, I could have gotten a brand new condo with no outdoor space for my doggies or an older home that needed lots of love but with a huge outdoor space that my dogs deserve. Years later, after huge renovations that crept all the way into the pandemic, we’re finally done except for one old bathroom that needed to remain functional while we did all of our Reno. There’s still small things here and there that I’m not fully happy with but we have learned to live that and slowly fix things as we go while making this place a home.
Hey Aja, thank you for sharing your experience with buying a home. It’s showing the not so glamorous parts of this process that other platforms skip/gloss over. While I agree that someone should be responsible for essentially lying to you and Brian about the condition of the home, I feel that exhaustion and tiredness on you so much. Lots of curses are broken with patience, love… and I guess in this case some sweat equity. I hope LA treats you well in this time and you and the dogs can get some rest 🫶🏾
I'm so sorry it's felt like a curse to be a first time homeowner. I really feel for you and I hope you keep powering through all the tough times. It's not easy and I hope the light at the end of the tunnel is closer than you expect.
OMG I can totally relate! Our first year was a financial disaster, with expensive repairs and upgrades. Homeownership is not for everyone. It sucks. It's mentally, physically, and financially draining. Buuuuttt, once you've gone through the other side and things start to settle in, I'd say it's pretty sweet. I love our home now.
I think you need to carefully read your contract with the inspector since it is impossible for them to check every crook and cranny of the house. Consult with an attorney to see if you even have a case. When you buy an "old house" you are basically buying as is and this means all the issues that come with an old house. Houses in the 40s were not built like they are now and back then there weren't so many restrictions. Before anything, check to see if you can even sue.
We went through a nightmare of issues when we bought our first home. Worst case scenrio kind of issues. That was 6 years ago. It will get better. You'll learn so much through this process. All of that extra blood, sweat and tears will make your home so much more special to you.
Don’t be sad. Once remediation is done, you can look forward to the fun stuff. There are plenty of houses that are well loved and taken care of, I hope it doest mar your intention of living in Houston. Also, I would highly recommend you have a family member oversee the re-piping of the house. Part of the reason why shoddy work gets done is because of non-present owners/clients. Contracts are more mindful when you are there. You just never know and it will save you $$ in the end.
I understand they have a great handyman they have a good relationship with. So chances are he will be making visits. At least that was my thinking aka imagination when listening, watching. 😂
I just finished suing the inspectors AND the contractors of the house I bought a couple years ago due to similar problems of things being not up to code and terrible work. It was successful, you need a lot of documentation of the work done and expert witnesses (your current contractors to testify the work would never be up to standard) you can also include the previous owners for not disclosing the conditions of the house
Having all the home repairs understandable it very frustrating. I had this happen to a family member as well when they bought a house (and they were homeowners before!). On the more "bad juju" side, have you thought about getting the house purified/protected through a religious body? I know it sounds really dumb, but it's helped out in my family (be it "actually" helping or just helping with the shift in mindset to deal with the problems). We've gone through Shinto priests and I think most religions have some kind of person who does this kind of cleansing. Good luck with the repairs! I really hope they sort out soon for you.
I am SO sorry you've experienced all these horrible things since you moved in. I honestly don't know what I would do in this situation, the electrical seems like something he should've caught if he went in the attic. However, something to keep in mind is that inspectors aren't experts in all household systems/appliances and like you said, they can only catch what they can see. There is no easy/good answer to the question of suing anyone. You've already been so stressed through this experience so it's totally understandable why you wouldn't pursue a lawsuit on top of it all. I truly hope you're able to someday feel at home in your house. ☮️&💕 To your fam!
It's crazy and saddening that your inspector missed all of this. The curse you mention is interesting. My friends and I were talking about how 2023 has been a major shit year for a ton of us, hopefully Q4 is better. 🤞🤞🤞
On my 9th purchased house. Every house has problems that you cannot see. I never sell a house with problems or cover up. It is not the right thing to do but some do it. You get wiser to know what to look at in your future houses. Remember there is never a perfect house. Now that you fixed the problems only good energy and great memories to fill it! Congratulations. ❤
hi aja, i’m so sorry you and your husband have been dealing with all the home repair issues. i wanted to recommend that while you’re out of the house to schedule a mold inspection and test to find out if any other repairs are needed. that would be where i dear the line regarding sue/don’t sue. if the seller knowingly covered up any mold then they are legally liable even past the home sale. i hope you get some rest while in LA and that this heat subsides when you come back. i feel like the oppressive heat here in houston has compounded your home repair woes so maybe that will help some. all my best to you. ❤️
There is something to be said about feng shui. If you’re not meant to be in the house it probably makes sense to cut your losses and either sell or rent out. Having such a negative energy from the beginning seems to be a direct sign that this is not where you should be. Just an observation but if you feel you can overcome this, then follow your instincts.
Ugh, girl, all I have to say is that I have felt sooo much sympathy for you. I've been following your journey since the times when home ownership was a far off dream, clouded by debt. I've learned so much from your personal finance/budgeting tips along the way! I'm so so sorry your homeownership journey has been this... as you said, it... CURSED! You deserve so much more and so much better! That's all. I have nothing to offer other than my commiseration with what you're going through! I'm shocked you haven't just cut your losses, flipped the house, and gotten the f*ck outta dodge. Is that something you've thought about doing at all???
Can you make a video of how you two have been able to manage your Peerspace remotely? I’ve been thinking about doing the same but worried about being so far from the property.
You made some great progress w/the house and paid for some major repairs, you made it better for possibly the next homeowner, people buy homes and “flip” “repair” and put it right back on the market. Maybe it wouldn’t be a bad idea to put it back on the market, you probably will be able to sell it for more than you paid for it due to all the repairs and you can walk away with a profit and then maybe look for something else. You never know. Well thanks for sharing we are all thinking of you and rooting for you and praying things get better. Hang in there!
Thank you for your continuous transparency! Our inspector gave us the wrong dates for our furnace and water heater so we had to replace the furnace when we moved in and realized it was so much older than he had said. We called and were able to get a refund but they made us sign a form to not write a public negative review.
Thank you so much for sharing this. I bought my first home in April 2022 and I also have had to do major repairs. It’s such a big pill to swallow and hurtful
Sorry to hear that! We have a form called, Property Disclosure that sellers need to fill out in Oregon. If seller and/or seller's agent have knowledge of any material facts that affect value of the home negatively, they should disclose that. If they didn't, buyer may bring it up to get compensated (I'm not an attorney, so not a legal advice). I'd suspect that you might have a similar disclosure rules in your state. I'd check with your agent and a real estate attorney.
Hearing all these issues really scare me about getting a house. Like what Dzung (Honeysuckle) experienced with her newly bought house. Her experience was so bad, it dragged on for ages and she finally decided to sell the house at a loss before she even had the chance to live in it.
Sorry that this happened, Aja. Homeownership is such the American dream and I know so many people who also had this type of experience. Home purchase remorse is super common - the reality of homeownership gets swept under the rug with the ideas that they are great investments - which, to be fair, they can be. Also, totally understand the hesitancy to sue - it takes a lot of energy, time, and additional money to do. Fwiw, I think it could still be useful to report the inspector to the right overseeing agency. And unfortunately, yeah, the seller likely won’t face any sort of repercussion unless it’s through litigation :/ good luck! I do think in several years this period of frustration and disappointment will die down and you’ll love your place (you might already bc you’re making it your own in all the ways you want it).
Deuteronomy 28:6 - “You will be blessed when you come in and blessed when you go out.” Luke 10:5 - “Peace be to this house” Psalm 51:10. “Now my eyes will be open and my ears attentive to the prayer that is made in this place. For now, I have chosen and consecrated this house that my name may be there forever” Proverbs 24:3-4 “By wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; by knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches.” Amen!🙏🙏🙏✝️❤️ Your House is now blessed!!!🙏🙏🙏
Aja I so relate to your video and the pain of being deceived in the home buying process. We bought our home hoping it would be turnkey and three years later are racking up so many costs associated with bad workmanship and failing systems. One thing I wish I knew was that our state has a statute of limitations for suing of three-four years from the point of sale depending on the nature of the issue. I was right there with you about not having the time and resources but I WISH we just did the free consultation with a lawyer to know if we had a case (because we do). We were both in grad school and working full time, but we would have more options if we started earlier. This was a super timely video because I’m not kidding we just had that meeting today with a lawyer where we found about the limits of what we can do. I definitely get the lack of energy and resources but I just wanted to share my regret in case it helps you or anyone reading not be in our same situation. We’re waiting to know the retainer fee but if we can swing the cost, we’re planning to pursue legal action against the seller and potentially the inspector because we likely still have some recourse (even after fixing things). For us we just kept having the same question bug us in the back of our mind: what if we can recoup some of these costs? But that’s what gives us peace of mind to have this closure of yes or no, that’s not what gives everyone peace of mind. Either way you are NOT alone and it royally sucks, thank you for shining a light on the reality for homebuyers. Sending much love, long time fan of yours ❤ either way you will come out the other side and I agree with others it will settle down eventually ❤❤❤
Hi, sorry to hear about the issues you've had with your house! I've had some issues and wondered if you'd be open to sharing what kinds of issues came up from bad workmanship?
Some lawyer offices will listen to your case to see if you're able to sue. They will take your case and you don't need to pay anything until you win your case (I have won 2 cases in my life). I know you don't currently have the energy, but I would keep tabs/receipts and look into some kind of consultations so you'll get some money back from this whole experience.
dont have any experience with homeownership but when i bought a car i didnt know i had to get each potential car inspected so i was on my 2nd one and i only had enough money to buy the car in cash which was a priority to me. the shop said they could give it a quick look without charging me since i was a loyal customer and said its good to go. one month after the purchase, check engine light is on and tires needed to be replaced etc. in the end i didnt pay for an inspection and my heart was sold from the first photo. 3 years later i have definitely spent more than what its worth but to me BECAUSE the car is in my name, its worth it to me. if the car wasnt, would actually kick and scream. so do what yall want with that. pretty much yes, being rich or well off however you want to word it is one thing when making these decisions but, as long as you keep making payments, everything that costs on top of the payment in a separate transaction (for example car insurance just to drive your car, oil changes, state inspection, emissions, car accessories etc.) is gonna be annoying as hell. so in the end, if you love it, itll even itself out. if you own this without any other reason then you thought this is what you were "supposed" to do, youre in the danger zone. dont do anything cause you feel like if you didnt somehow youre not a real person in society. youre alive youre just not on the cover of forbes. its not a big deal we just think it is. its not.
Sending good vibes! I know the struggle. My dad passed away last August and we took over his property beacuse we didn't want to see it get sold off/ go derelict. Well, it's been a NIGHTMARE, so suffice to say, we are having a new house built and will be selling this one. It's just not worth the money that needs to go into it (we're talking 50-80k easily). This being the 3rd house we've owned I'm so done with resell houses and will only live in newly built. I'm not a handyman LOL Hoping everything works out!
Did you waive everything? In California, there are a lot of things that, if they break within the first year, the sellers are still responsible for it, regardless of what the inspector found.
I regret buying g my house last year, as a first time buyer. It has been nonstop issues. I too had a car accident and had to get a new car. I've learned from home buying that sellers will cover up/lie/do whatever they need to to get you to buy what they're selling. I don't blame my home inspector. I blame the seller who clearly covered up and did not disclose major defects.
Somehow I knew you’d end up thinking this. I don’t blame you at all. I do think you might consider moving soon instead though. Something smaller maybe but nicer finishes. Just a thought!
Hi Aja, I don’t blame you to feel how you feel about the house in Houston, however, I don’t think it’s a curse, at the contrary, look how much you’re learning about home projects and you’re doing your best to fix it the proper way. Unfortunate, we have no control over other people as the previous owner being extremely irresponsible, careless and a cheater, but don’t forget “what goes around, comes around”… so he will get what he planted. Meanwhile, just focus on your cute little house and continue putting your touches. I think your realtor can help you in all of your questions especially if she/he recommended the inspector and I would call the inspector just to let him know, as if he did not have enough experience in doing his job, he may want to know what or where he missed so he can be more careful in the future. If you have decided not to sue the previous owner, just move on, continue fixing the house, now don’t forget that you bought a very old house too, so of course it’s going to need a lot of repairs. Just keep putting your touches and don’t forget this is an investment, so you’re putting money into it right now, but if you decide to sell it later on, you’re going to get more than what you’re putting in. So, we that said, move on, continue with the great job you’re doing, bless your house with Bible scriptures and don’t talk negative. Also, I would not let the plumbers do the work without your supervision so if I were you, I would be there at the house while they’re re doing the plumbing. Stay blessed, happy & peaceful🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
Hi Aja! I totally get your desire to file a lawsuit (going through similar feelings myself) and you deserve an advocate. Many law offices will offer a free 30 minute consultation (I know this is if you have a work EAP program, not as sure if you're self-employed) that could be helpful. I utilized one and while he could not give me individualized advice, he did point out of avenues for me to file my grievances. For example, businesses are regulated by different state consumer affairs agencies and we as consumers are entitled to certain protections depending on the state. I was able to file a report with the appropriate State Attorney's Generals office for free and they are assisting with mediation. Nothing is guaranteed of course but worth a shot with either a consult or state agency!
Not quite in the same situation but i can understanding the feeling of “buyer’s remorse” to an extent. Especially because someone else played a part in your experience
Inspectors perform visual inspections. If something is not easily visible because it is hidden behind a wall, covered by shingles, under insulation, the inspector is NOT going to see it. They'll open doors and move furniture and climb in the roof turn knobs and that's it. The inspectors don't come through knocking down walls with X-ray glasses. Plus, they're just some how schmo ex (or current) contractor with a lot of knowledge about houses. I am so sorry you are having these feelings of regret and remorse. I've definitely been through that. I am sorry that the weight of expectations of buying your first home is weighing so heavily on you. It gets better. You get more comfortable and it truly becomes your home, quirks and all. ❤️❤️
I am a realtor in NC so I’m not sure what the real estate laws are in Houston. The inspection is only good for a day and they can only do so much. There are good and bad inspectors so it depends on who you got. I know homes in NC come with property disclosures and if there were so many repairs with this house your real estate agent should’ve negotiated those repairs for the seller to pay for or give a seller credit so you aren’t paying so much for it. And your agent should’ve went through the inspection report more and get other professionals to look at the areas of concern, like getting a structural engineer to see if there is something wrong with the bones of the home.
We looked into with our house and we had so many problems but in the contracts they specifically say you can’t because they can’t catch everything. I just wish I had maybe gotten a better referral and not the one recommended from our realtor.
Ultimately, pursuing legal action can be time-consuming and costly, and the outcome is uncertain. Weigh the potential costs and benefits carefully and consider alternative options. I will go and make a donation based on your message. Thanks Aja Regenerate
Hey Aja, I’m not sure if you’ve done a video like this before but can you do a video on retirement/ 401ks/IRAs? I know it’s better to start when you’re younger but I have no idea where to start
FYI any old house is going to have old electrical, old roof, old, furnace, old pipes… your house is a normal house. Give it 5-10 plus years…. Nothing will be financially worth it til then. You love the house for better or worse? House isn’t dating…
When the previous owner handed me the keys and showed me around the house, he mentioned he’s the first owner of the house and it’s not haunted even though I didn’t ask. Moved in and whadya know started hearing knocks and sounds of things crashing for no apparent reason when no one else was home 😅 found out we have a female spirit in the garage. My mom had felt a hand on her shoulder and heard her friendly giggle. If we’re going to be roommates we might as well get along so we’re very respectful towards her and always greeting her when we enter the garage. So even though you feel its bad juju just remember at least you don’t have an evil entity taking up residence in your home. We are lucky she’s friendly 😅😅
A house is just a place to stay. It’s not an investment. Once you subtract taxes, interest, maintenance, repairs, and insurance it’s not really all that profitable for most people. It can be a money suck and more importantly so stressful. People feel they “need a home” as a symbol of success but I would rather have my peace and freedom.
In your case you have more success getting money from the home seller than inspector. It all depends on your state. Inspectors in my state are not allowed to remove walls only visually check and run all the faucets at the same time. For homebuyers you can look up the history of the house including insurance claims against the house, police reports and it all free. You just have to do the leg work. Do not depend on inspectors to tell you about diy wiring, hidden wood rot, bad plumbing and anything that can be covered up. I hired my own tree specialist to check if the roots from neighbor tree might impact my foundation. I also understood how old my furnace and ac unit was. Remember different states different rules. Know how they are different and understand the limits of home inspections. In fact this video might open up itself to lawsuit from original home owner or home inspector. Will they win probably not but the headache of going through with time and money lost is no fun.
Hi Aja. So sorry this is happening to you. I am currently In the midst of purchasing a home. Just finished the 10 day inspection window. How did you find your contractors? I would love to have some come with me for my final walkthrough before close 😅
Ask your realtor for licensed contractors that they recommend. Nextdoor is also a good source for these types of referrals. Good luck with your new home! 🍀
Home ownership is not for everyone. It takes a lot of patience and money and if you don't know how to do things for yourself it's 100x harder. Maybe renting is a better option for you.
Inspection cannot tell you about what is within the walls. They are not electricians. If you suspect bad electrical work was done, you should have used an electrician to check it out. You had from the time you made the offer until the time of closing to back out and terminate contract. Sorry you are going through this. You should have used a more reputable inspection company that a good realtor could have told you.
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I wish I actually knew you bc I tried to write some things to you on here and they ended up being so long. I am frustrated that you don’t have a friend or family member that can help guide you bc that knowledge is really necessary. Even when you are a seasoned homeowner, anyone will tell you that having a good reliable team of people that you trust will save you a lot of money and a lot of headaches. Just off of the bat, I can tell you that bc your house is older, you probably have old pipes and I’m sure a lot of things have never been replaced. Just like in a car, things have to be maintained and eventually replaced. I’d ask what needs to be done with your air conditioning system and just have it all fixed. Have your major equipment inspected every one to two years. A lot of people can’t afford to do that, but if you can, do it. It will save you from a heavy expense all at once. Be aware of all your systems warranties. Yes, you have put money into the house, but they are big, important investments. Not just a picture that is simply decorative. This is just a season. 💕
I think the question is, if you knew about these issues would you not have bought the house? If you wouldn’t have, then maybe sue. If you think you would’ve bit the bullet anyway, the legal fees may not be worth it. Edit - I’m a homeowner who got a lot of shoddy work done during renovations on my first home and while it was unfortunate, the ongoing stress of legal issues would not have been worth it.
I think things get missed by home inspectors all the time. Mine missed a second spigot 🚰 in my front yard under the deck. Failed to tell me about it and it was not in my home inspection report. I happened to discover it because I noticed a wet stain on my basement wall. It’s kind of a scary process sometimes owning a home especially if it’s not brand new….but that is home ownership….welcome to chaos and at times unexpected surprises. I used to complain that cars were expensive to maintain - no, homes are way more expensive.
"The closest I've gotten is watching Legally Blonde" TOOK ME OUT 🤣 Ok but seriously this is a nightmare and I feel for you both and hope this gets resolved asap.
What a headache. To expect home buying to be this blissful moment in your life and turn out to be a big burden (for the time being) is stressful to say the least! I think all you can do at this point is see the big picture. This is YOUR home and no longer the previous owners or anybody else! This is for you and your future family I think what you’re dealing with right now are growing pains. You can get through it if you got through 200k of debt. Lol like cmon girl! Big congratulations nonetheless. You’ve come so far! You didn’t come this far just to come this far. I believe in you!
Also! Maybe look into new construction homes. That’s what we did for our first house and it’s been 10 years since then and absolutely no regrets! I know house prices are much higher now than they were 10 years ago, especially here in California, but if it’s an option maybe look into it?
Hi Aja, sending love as someone who bought a home recently can totally relate. I am not a lawyer or inspector but my real estate agent was very thorough and made sure we didn't get screwed over by anything. I agree with the comments about looking at the inspection report and most of the time, inspectors do visual inspections and if they see something off, they would recommend getting a professional person to review. I think once the contract is signed, both the inspector and seller are no longer liable. But I would consult an attorney to see what you can do. Otherwise, I think the remodeling job you are doing is great. It is hard to go through renos and pouring a lot of money into a fixer upper. Best luck to you and I am with you and thank you for being transparent about the house buying process.
I am so sorry. We moved from Oregon to Spring, Texas, which is North of Houston. We bought a lipstick on a pig house like you did. Everything needed replacing, we discovered we did not like Houston, and honestly, it is the #1 worst driving place in the USA! Most crashes, most deaths. You are expected to get into car crashes there. It is America's armpit. Downtown Houston is a very dirty and scary place. We moved back to Oregon after 2 years there.
How about small claims court? I only brought 2 properties in my life, a condo and then a house. Both new construction….the condo had zero issues. The house is a money pit but not to your extent.
Something similar happened to UA-camr Kyeluh when she bought her first home and she documented it all on her channel. I recall her saying the inspector is legally protected from lawsuits...
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@@AjaDanghey aja! you’re so brave for sharing all of this i’m really sorry you’re going thru this in houston. not sure if you’ve checked, but maybe get your astrocartography chart read. you can figure out which places on earth best suit you for living. sending you lots of love during this time.
It'd be overkill adding in a lawsuit to your situation. Buying your first home and moving to a different state is already such a huge undertaking. Anyone's mental load would be maxed out. You are juggling so much. I appreciate you sharing these real struggles with us. Keep holding on.
While a general home inspection is CRUCIAL, as a realtor I always encourage my clients to bring a licensed general contractor that they trust through the home as well. It’s like having your own mechanic look at a used car before you buy it even if the car has been inspected by the dealership and comes with their warranty etc.
If a general inspector says there are issues with plumbing, the roof or HVAC, I always encourage my clients to have a tradesperson for that system or specific area come out to give their opinion as a SME. I’m sorry if you’re realtor didn’t encourage you all to do this. Next time I hope you have all the TRADESPEOPLE out during your inspection period 🙏 hang in there!
someone mentioned that as well. Had I known, I would've found one. Thankfully we know contractors now who could help, but being new to the city - it didn't even occur to me.
My coworker told me when I was searching for a home to always get a second opinion, but the inspector I hired luckily did his job Thoroughly and was able to find things that the seller didn't specify on the listing. Ultimately this inspection made me pass on the house. I almost fell for it because they remodeled the whole place. They were focused on making it look good that the house itself was essentially falling apart and I'm glad I finally woke up and realized this because lord knows what would've happened to me financially if I didn't pull out.
This is what I was thinking once all your home repair videos came out like why did the inspector miss ALL of this 💀
Aja 😥 I know how you feel. The first home we bought had huge issues. All of which were covered up and slapped together by previous homeowners. We will make no money on the sale.
We got the home inspected, but inspectors cannot tell you whether or not to buy the house. And if the homeowners covered anything up? for example, if they covered up a cracked drywall because of a sagging foundation? well, technically the inspector has no way of knowing if the home has that issue. There are plenty of people who thought they were buying their dream home only to realize that it's a money pit. I am sure there are people in the comments who can share similar stories. You are not alone and I wish this was talked about more.
As tempting as it for people who want to sue I would really look into the inspection report and how it is reported. Inspectors often write up reports in a way that protects them they are only responsible for what they could see so with the wiring behind the walls they wouldn’t be responsible because the inspector was never able to see therefore not responsible. These reports are usually very long and vague for a reason if it was mentioned in the report even in a little way they could be covered because they notified you of what they could. Although with your situation it could be they were just seriously incompetent.
This is so crazy to me! I’m going through something similar to Aja and it’s like…what do you mean you didn’t have to inspect it if you “didn’t see it”? For example, there was a shelf in the way of a sub panel in my garage of the house I just bought, and the inspector didn’t think to push the shelf (on wheels) out of the way to inspect the panel? And I can’t sue?
I think your window to dispute claims is before you sign off on the inspection. Especially if you do the walkthrough with them it doesn't help your case since you could have pointed things out.
100% agree with this. We went through a similar situation but after talking with lawyers I was told if I don’t have a millions of dollars to spend, its not worth it. I know that the inspector intentionally did not point out a specific issue that cost us $10,000 and wrote up a report that would basically protect him. They ultimately told us it would be hard to prove negligence on the sellers part even though they DIY’d this issue. I feel your pain Aja and I’m telling you that your not alone. I remember crying almost every day for 6 months about the issue we had and it happened 3 months after we moved in and it was also our first home.
A lawyer will help determine if a lawsuit is worthwhile. Or straight up refuse a case if it’s not winnable. I will say this, in some states, there ARE some laws that protect buyers from sellers who do construction improperly. Unfortunately that’s not true everywhere. I’ll bet most states don’t have such protection laws. :( If a car dealership can’t sell us a lemon, I feel like a homeowner can’t sell a shoddy home unless we sign a waiver. After all, some people DO buy shoddy homes that need to be demolished. But I imagine there would be some kind of waiver.
Thank you for being so open and vulnerable in your home ownership experience! Sending good juju and wishing you less repairs needed 🖤
Not a lawyer, but for anyone thinking of suing....Don't forget about potential legal fees you'd if you decide to sue. Also, if you are going to sue, there is the potential that the inspector will not pay.....
You shouldn't regret this if you can help it. I know that's easier said than done. You are putting the love into this home, that you and your potential future family deserves. Maybe make daily positive affirmations towards the house, and frankly to yourself "I love this house" "I can't believe we get to put this much love into our home so soon". It might be easier after you start putting the finishing touches on your house though! I'm not an ooey gooey person. I sometimes have to stop myself from saying something negative when people start to say how great my home is. There are so many great things about it, and that's what you, I we should focus on.
I really appreciate you sharing your home buying/homeownership journey. I think we’ve been taught that the whole process is smooth sailing and cookie cutter perfect, when that’s not the case at all. A lot of trust, money, patience and knowledge is involved and although it feels like a curse, for you to share everything with us is a blessing of wisdom.
This series is bringing me back to when I decided to buy an old home near downtown LA in 2019. With the budget that I had, I could have gotten a brand new condo with no outdoor space for my doggies or an older home that needed lots of love but with a huge outdoor space that my dogs deserve. Years later, after huge renovations that crept all the way into the pandemic, we’re finally done except for one old bathroom that needed to remain functional while we did all of our Reno. There’s still small things here and there that I’m not fully happy with but we have learned to live that and slowly fix things as we go while making this place a home.
Unrelated but girl you’re glowing in this video. Sorry for everything you’ve had to deal with for your new home.
the tears from crying over the house must be moisturizing my skin
😂😂😂 lol poor thing
Hey Aja, thank you for sharing your experience with buying a home. It’s showing the not so glamorous parts of this process that other platforms skip/gloss over. While I agree that someone should be responsible for essentially lying to you and Brian about the condition of the home, I feel that exhaustion and tiredness on you so much. Lots of curses are broken with patience, love… and I guess in this case some sweat equity. I hope LA treats you well in this time and you and the dogs can get some rest 🫶🏾
I'm so sorry it's felt like a curse to be a first time homeowner. I really feel for you and I hope you keep powering through all the tough times. It's not easy and I hope the light at the end of the tunnel is closer than you expect.
OMG I can totally relate! Our first year was a financial disaster, with expensive repairs and upgrades. Homeownership is not for everyone. It sucks. It's mentally, physically, and financially draining. Buuuuttt, once you've gone through the other side and things start to settle in, I'd say it's pretty sweet. I love our home now.
I think you need to carefully read your contract with the inspector since it is impossible for them to check every crook and cranny of the house. Consult with an attorney to see if you even have a case. When you buy an "old house" you are basically buying as is and this means all the issues that come with an old house. Houses in the 40s were not built like they are now and back then there weren't so many restrictions. Before anything, check to see if you can even sue.
We went through a nightmare of issues when we bought our first home. Worst case scenrio kind of issues. That was 6 years ago. It will get better. You'll learn so much through this process. All of that extra blood, sweat and tears will make your home so much more special to you.
good perspective. its not just about today but all the way out into the far future.
Don’t be sad. Once remediation is done, you can look forward to the fun stuff. There are plenty of houses that are well loved and taken care of, I hope it doest mar your intention of living in Houston. Also, I would highly recommend you have a family member oversee the re-piping of the house. Part of the reason why shoddy work gets done is because of non-present owners/clients. Contracts are more mindful when you are there. You just never know and it will save you $$ in the end.
I understand they have a great handyman they have a good relationship with. So chances are he will be making visits. At least that was my thinking aka imagination when listening, watching. 😂
I just finished suing the inspectors AND the contractors of the house I bought a couple years ago due to similar problems of things being not up to code and terrible work. It was successful, you need a lot of documentation of the work done and expert witnesses (your current contractors to testify the work would never be up to standard) you can also include the previous owners for not disclosing the conditions of the house
Having all the home repairs understandable it very frustrating. I had this happen to a family member as well when they bought a house (and they were homeowners before!). On the more "bad juju" side, have you thought about getting the house purified/protected through a religious body? I know it sounds really dumb, but it's helped out in my family (be it "actually" helping or just helping with the shift in mindset to deal with the problems). We've gone through Shinto priests and I think most religions have some kind of person who does this kind of cleansing. Good luck with the repairs! I really hope they sort out soon for you.
I am SO sorry you've experienced all these horrible things since you moved in. I honestly don't know what I would do in this situation, the electrical seems like something he should've caught if he went in the attic. However, something to keep in mind is that inspectors aren't experts in all household systems/appliances and like you said, they can only catch what they can see. There is no easy/good answer to the question of suing anyone. You've already been so stressed through this experience so it's totally understandable why you wouldn't pursue a lawsuit on top of it all. I truly hope you're able to someday feel at home in your house. ☮️&💕 To your fam!
It's crazy and saddening that your inspector missed all of this.
The curse you mention is interesting. My friends and I were talking about how 2023 has been a major shit year for a ton of us, hopefully Q4 is better. 🤞🤞🤞
Love that you're telling us about your struggles and continuing to move forward no matter what. Thank you for everything and hope it all goes well!
On my 9th purchased house. Every house has problems that you cannot see. I never sell a house with problems or cover up. It is not the right thing to do but some do it. You get wiser to know what to look at in your future houses. Remember there is never a perfect house. Now that you fixed the problems only good energy and great memories to fill it! Congratulations. ❤
It seems like you’re much happier in LA ❤
I am so sorry that you're in the position and feel this way Aja! I'm sending you a lot of strength and support
hi aja, i’m so sorry you and your husband have been dealing with all the home repair issues. i wanted to recommend that while you’re out of the house to schedule a mold inspection and test to find out if any other repairs are needed. that would be where i dear the line regarding sue/don’t sue. if the seller knowingly covered up any mold then they are legally liable even past the home sale. i hope you get some rest while in LA and that this heat subsides when you come back. i feel like the oppressive heat here in houston has compounded your home repair woes so maybe that will help some. all my best to you. ❤️
There is something to be said about feng shui. If you’re not meant to be in the house it probably makes sense to cut your losses and either sell or rent out. Having such a negative energy from the beginning seems to be a direct sign that this is not where you should be. Just an observation but if you feel you can overcome this, then follow your instincts.
I definitely understand that
Ugh, girl, all I have to say is that I have felt sooo much sympathy for you. I've been following your journey since the times when home ownership was a far off dream, clouded by debt. I've learned so much from your personal finance/budgeting tips along the way! I'm so so sorry your homeownership journey has been this... as you said, it... CURSED! You deserve so much more and so much better! That's all. I have nothing to offer other than my commiseration with what you're going through! I'm shocked you haven't just cut your losses, flipped the house, and gotten the f*ck outta dodge. Is that something you've thought about doing at all???
You look happy and relaxed here- maybe it’s being in LA that brings comfort. ❤️
I just bought my first home too and I have been going through it! Try to hang in there as much as you can ♥️
Can you make a video of how you two have been able to manage your Peerspace remotely? I’ve been thinking about doing the same but worried about being so far from the property.
You made some great progress w/the house and paid for some major repairs, you made it better for possibly the next homeowner, people buy homes and “flip” “repair” and put it right back on the market. Maybe it wouldn’t be a bad idea to put it back on the market, you probably will be able to sell it for more than you paid for it due to all the repairs and you can walk away with a profit and then maybe look for something else. You never know. Well thanks for sharing we are all thinking of you and rooting for you and praying things get better. Hang in there!
Side note - the short hair is a vibe! ❤
Thank you for your continuous transparency!
Our inspector gave us the wrong dates for our furnace and water heater so we had to replace the furnace when we moved in and realized it was so much older than he had said. We called and were able to get a refund but they made us sign a form to not write a public negative review.
Hmmm…that’s kind of a fair exchange. Maybe she can do that for the a/c situation!
Thank you so much for sharing this. I bought my first home in April 2022 and I also have had to do major repairs. It’s such a big pill to swallow and hurtful
your house will be lovely very soon! hang in there! ♡ the appreciation in value in the next few years will more than make up for all of this.
Sorry to hear that! We have a form called, Property Disclosure that sellers need to fill out in Oregon. If seller and/or seller's agent have knowledge of any material facts that affect value of the home negatively, they should disclose that. If they didn't, buyer may bring it up to get compensated (I'm not an attorney, so not a legal advice). I'd suspect that you might have a similar disclosure rules in your state. I'd check with your agent and a real estate attorney.
Hearing all these issues really scare me about getting a house. Like what Dzung (Honeysuckle) experienced with her newly bought house. Her experience was so bad, it dragged on for ages and she finally decided to sell the house at a loss before she even had the chance to live in it.
we'll talk about this in another video but we're contemplating doing the same.
Sorry that this happened, Aja. Homeownership is such the American dream and I know so many people who also had this type of experience. Home purchase remorse is super common - the reality of homeownership gets swept under the rug with the ideas that they are great investments - which, to be fair, they can be. Also, totally understand the hesitancy to sue - it takes a lot of energy, time, and additional money to do. Fwiw, I think it could still be useful to report the inspector to the right overseeing agency. And unfortunately, yeah, the seller likely won’t face any sort of repercussion unless it’s through litigation :/ good luck! I do think in several years this period of frustration and disappointment will die down and you’ll love your place (you might already bc you’re making it your own in all the ways you want it).
Deuteronomy 28:6 - “You will be blessed when you come in and blessed when you go out.”
Luke 10:5 - “Peace be to this house”
Psalm 51:10. “Now my eyes will be open and my ears attentive to the prayer that is made in this place. For now, I have chosen and consecrated this house that my name may be there forever”
Proverbs 24:3-4 “By wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; by knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches.”
Amen!🙏🙏🙏✝️❤️ Your House is now blessed!!!🙏🙏🙏
Aja I so relate to your video and the pain of being deceived in the home buying process. We bought our home hoping it would be turnkey and three years later are racking up so many costs associated with bad workmanship and failing systems. One thing I wish I knew was that our state has a statute of limitations for suing of three-four years from the point of sale depending on the nature of the issue. I was right there with you about not having the time and resources but I WISH we just did the free consultation with a lawyer to know if we had a case (because we do). We were both in grad school and working full time, but we would have more options if we started earlier. This was a super timely video because I’m not kidding we just had that meeting today with a lawyer where we found about the limits of what we can do. I definitely get the lack of energy and resources but I just wanted to share my regret in case it helps you or anyone reading not be in our same situation. We’re waiting to know the retainer fee but if we can swing the cost, we’re planning to pursue legal action against the seller and potentially the inspector because we likely still have some recourse (even after fixing things). For us we just kept having the same question bug us in the back of our mind: what if we can recoup some of these costs? But that’s what gives us peace of mind to have this closure of yes or no, that’s not what gives everyone peace of mind. Either way you are NOT alone and it royally sucks, thank you for shining a light on the reality for homebuyers. Sending much love, long time fan of yours ❤ either way you will come out the other side and I agree with others it will settle down eventually ❤❤❤
Hi, sorry to hear about the issues you've had with your house! I've had some issues and wondered if you'd be open to sharing what kinds of issues came up from bad workmanship?
Some lawyer offices will listen to your case to see if you're able to sue. They will take your case and you don't need to pay anything until you win your case (I have won 2 cases in my life). I know you don't currently have the energy, but I would keep tabs/receipts and look into some kind of consultations so you'll get some money back from this whole experience.
dont have any experience with homeownership but when i bought a car i didnt know i had to get each potential car inspected so i was on my 2nd one and i only had enough money to buy the car in cash which was a priority to me. the shop said they could give it a quick look without charging me since i was a loyal customer and said its good to go. one month after the purchase, check engine light is on and tires needed to be replaced etc. in the end i didnt pay for an inspection and my heart was sold from the first photo. 3 years later i have definitely spent more than what its worth but to me BECAUSE the car is in my name, its worth it to me. if the car wasnt, would actually kick and scream. so do what yall want with that. pretty much yes, being rich or well off however you want to word it is one thing when making these decisions but, as long as you keep making payments, everything that costs on top of the payment in a separate transaction (for example car insurance just to drive your car, oil changes, state inspection, emissions, car accessories etc.) is gonna be annoying as hell. so in the end, if you love it, itll even itself out. if you own this without any other reason then you thought this is what you were "supposed" to do, youre in the danger zone. dont do anything cause you feel like if you didnt somehow youre not a real person in society. youre alive youre just not on the cover of forbes. its not a big deal we just think it is. its not.
Sending good vibes! I know the struggle. My dad passed away last August and we took over his property beacuse we didn't want to see it get sold off/ go derelict. Well, it's been a NIGHTMARE, so suffice to say, we are having a new house built and will be selling this one. It's just not worth the money that needs to go into it (we're talking 50-80k easily). This being the 3rd house we've owned I'm so done with resell houses and will only live in newly built. I'm not a handyman LOL Hoping everything works out!
Thank you for sharing this, and I know you're resourceful and thoughtful, and good things will always come your way.✨
Did you waive everything? In California, there are a lot of things that, if they break within the first year, the sellers are still responsible for it, regardless of what the inspector found.
I regret buying g my house last year, as a first time buyer. It has been nonstop issues. I too had a car accident and had to get a new car. I've learned from home buying that sellers will cover up/lie/do whatever they need to to get you to buy what they're selling. I don't blame my home inspector. I blame the seller who clearly covered up and did not disclose major defects.
i'm interested in hearing...what were the problems you experienced? and total estimated cost of repairs you've done?
Somehow I knew you’d end up thinking this. I don’t blame you at all. I do think you might consider moving soon instead though. Something smaller maybe but nicer finishes. Just a thought!
We had our own inspectors (multiple!) when we bought our house, and it was totally worth it. They paid for themselves from the credits we got back.
Hi Aja, I don’t blame you to feel how you feel about the house in Houston, however, I don’t think it’s a curse, at the contrary, look how much you’re learning about home projects and you’re doing your best to fix it the proper way. Unfortunate, we have no control over other people as the previous owner being extremely irresponsible, careless and a cheater, but don’t forget “what goes around, comes around”… so he will get what he planted. Meanwhile, just focus on your cute little house and continue putting your touches. I think your realtor can help you in all of your questions especially if she/he recommended the inspector and I would call the inspector just to let him know, as if he did not have enough experience in doing his job, he may want to know what or where he missed so he can be more careful in the future. If you have decided not to sue the previous owner, just move on, continue fixing the house, now don’t forget that you bought a very old house too, so of course it’s going to need a lot of repairs. Just keep putting your touches and don’t forget this is an investment, so you’re putting money into it right now, but if you decide to sell it later on, you’re going to get more than what you’re putting in. So, we that said, move on, continue with the great job you’re doing, bless your house with Bible scriptures and don’t talk negative. Also, I would not let the plumbers do the work without your supervision so if I were you, I would be there at the house while they’re re doing the plumbing.
Stay blessed, happy & peaceful🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
Hi Aja! I totally get your desire to file a lawsuit (going through similar feelings myself) and you deserve an advocate. Many law offices will offer a free 30 minute consultation (I know this is if you have a work EAP program, not as sure if you're self-employed) that could be helpful. I utilized one and while he could not give me individualized advice, he did point out of avenues for me to file my grievances. For example, businesses are regulated by different state consumer affairs agencies and we as consumers are entitled to certain protections depending on the state. I was able to file a report with the appropriate State Attorney's Generals office for free and they are assisting with mediation. Nothing is guaranteed of course but worth a shot with either a consult or state agency!
Not quite in the same situation but i can understanding the feeling of “buyer’s remorse” to an extent. Especially because someone else played a part in your experience
happy aloha friday!! 🤙🏾
Inspectors perform visual inspections. If something is not easily visible because it is hidden behind a wall, covered by shingles, under insulation, the inspector is NOT going to see it. They'll open doors and move furniture and climb in the roof turn knobs and that's it. The inspectors don't come through knocking down walls with X-ray glasses. Plus, they're just some how schmo ex (or current) contractor with a lot of knowledge about houses.
I am so sorry you are having these feelings of regret and remorse. I've definitely been through that. I am sorry that the weight of expectations of buying your first home is weighing so heavily on you. It gets better. You get more comfortable and it truly becomes your home, quirks and all. ❤️❤️
I am a realtor in NC so I’m not sure what the real estate laws are in Houston. The inspection is only good for a day and they can only do so much. There are good and bad inspectors so it depends on who you got. I know homes in NC come with property disclosures and if there were so many repairs with this house your real estate agent should’ve negotiated those repairs for the seller to pay for or give a seller credit so you aren’t paying so much for it. And your agent should’ve went through the inspection report more and get other professionals to look at the areas of concern, like getting a structural engineer to see if there is something wrong with the bones of the home.
Aja life has been hell since she bought this house omg 🥲😭
Come on back home- L.A. misses your energy! ✨
Maybe check the Feng shui of the house. Some people believe a house affects everything in life.
Thank you for the transparency
Bad juju? Girl, you and Brian have strong heritage.... Apply feng shui and do the Filipino catholic house blessing... I swear it does wonders.
We looked into with our house and we had so many problems but in the contracts they specifically say you can’t because they can’t catch everything. I just wish I had maybe gotten a better referral and not the one recommended from our realtor.
Ultimately, pursuing legal action can be time-consuming and costly, and the outcome is uncertain. Weigh the potential costs and benefits carefully and consider alternative options. I will go and make a donation based on your message. Thanks Aja
Regenerate
Hey Aja, I’m not sure if you’ve done a video like this before but can you do a video on retirement/ 401ks/IRAs? I know it’s better to start when you’re younger but I have no idea where to start
My tiktok FYP is now filled with Jungkook's new song, and I'll always say, "Look, that's Aja's husband. Nice!"
thank you for calling Brian "Aja's husband" lol
FYI any old house is going to have old electrical, old roof, old, furnace, old pipes… your house is a normal house. Give it 5-10 plus years…. Nothing will be financially worth it til then. You love the house for better or worse? House isn’t dating…
When the previous owner handed me the keys and showed me around the house, he mentioned he’s the first owner of the house and it’s not haunted even though I didn’t ask. Moved in and whadya know started hearing knocks and sounds of things crashing for no apparent reason when no one else was home 😅 found out we have a female spirit in the garage. My mom had felt a hand on her shoulder and heard her friendly giggle. If we’re going to be roommates we might as well get along so we’re very respectful towards her and always greeting her when we enter the garage.
So even though you feel its bad juju just remember at least you don’t have an evil entity taking up residence in your home. We are lucky she’s friendly 😅😅
oh my
Sending good vibes your way Aja ❤
A house is just a place to stay. It’s not an investment. Once you subtract taxes, interest, maintenance, repairs, and insurance it’s not really all that profitable for most people. It can be a money suck and more importantly so stressful. People feel they “need a home” as a symbol of success but I would rather have my peace and freedom.
In your case you have more success getting money from the home seller than inspector. It all depends on your state. Inspectors in my state are not allowed to remove walls only visually check and run all the faucets at the same time. For homebuyers you can look up the history of the house including insurance claims against the house, police reports and it all free. You just have to do the leg work. Do not depend on inspectors to tell you about diy wiring, hidden wood rot, bad plumbing and anything that can be covered up. I hired my own tree specialist to check if the roots from neighbor tree might impact my foundation. I also understood how old my furnace and ac unit was. Remember different states different rules. Know how they are different and understand the limits of home inspections. In fact this video might open up itself to lawsuit from original home owner or home inspector. Will they win probably not but the headache of going through with time and money lost is no fun.
Hi Aja. So sorry this is happening to you. I am currently In the midst of purchasing a home.
Just finished the 10 day inspection window.
How did you find your contractors?
I would love to have some come with me for my final walkthrough before close 😅
Ask your realtor for licensed contractors that they recommend. Nextdoor is also a good source for these types of referrals. Good luck with your new home! 🍀
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*clicks the video just to comment* YES!
Thinking back, anything you could have done differently? How can we avoid the same thing?
I would hire 2 inspectors instead of 1.
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Home ownership is not for everyone. It takes a lot of patience and money and if you don't know how to do things for yourself it's 100x harder.
Maybe renting is a better option for you.
Inspection cannot tell you about what is within the walls. They are not electricians. If you suspect bad electrical work was done, you should have used an electrician to check it out. You had from the time you made the offer until the time of closing to back out and terminate contract. Sorry you are going through this.
You should have used a more reputable inspection company that a good realtor could have told you.
What about flipping the house? Since it has such bad juju, fix it, then sell it!
I already asked our relator we wouldn't make our money back. Maybe next year when interest rates drop we can revisit this option
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Its a lot!!!!! Cry it out!
I wish I actually knew you bc I tried to write some things to you on here and they ended up being so long. I am frustrated that you don’t have a friend or family member that can help guide you bc that knowledge is really necessary. Even when you are a seasoned homeowner, anyone will tell you that having a good reliable team of people that you trust will save you a lot of money and a lot of headaches. Just off of the bat, I can tell you that bc your house is older, you probably have old pipes and I’m sure a lot of things have never been replaced. Just like in a car, things have to be maintained and eventually replaced. I’d ask what needs to be done with your air conditioning system and just have it all fixed. Have your major equipment inspected every one to two years. A lot of people can’t afford to do that, but if you can, do it. It will save you from a heavy expense all at once. Be aware of all your systems warranties. Yes, you have put money into the house, but they are big, important investments. Not just a picture that is simply decorative. This is just a season. 💕
I’m pretty sure it’s nearly impossible to sue an inspector
I think the question is, if you knew about these issues would you not have bought the house? If you wouldn’t have, then maybe sue. If you think you would’ve bit the bullet anyway, the legal fees may not be worth it.
Edit - I’m a homeowner who got a lot of shoddy work done during renovations on my first home and while it was unfortunate, the ongoing stress of legal issues would not have been worth it.
Hire a lawyer and sue. The inspector has insurance.
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Really.. like why is she asking UA-cam? See you next Tuesday aja
The inspector probably has insurance.
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You should sue the Home Seller unless the inspector was in it with the homeowner or can see thru walls.
I wish you would sue
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You spend $50k repair your 80 old house you purchased 3 months ago. Sell your house now go buy new home build so you don't have any problems.
I think things get missed by home inspectors all the time. Mine missed a second spigot 🚰 in my front yard under the deck. Failed to tell me about it and it was not in my home inspection report. I happened to discover it because I noticed a wet stain on my basement wall. It’s kind of a scary process sometimes owning a home especially if it’s not brand new….but that is home ownership….welcome to chaos and at times unexpected surprises. I used to complain that cars were expensive to maintain - no, homes are way more expensive.
You could do an invoice of everything you paid for and get paid for every single thing in court! Just fyi & so sorry to hear this ! Sending support 🫶
"The closest I've gotten is watching Legally Blonde" TOOK ME OUT 🤣 Ok but seriously this is a nightmare and I feel for you both and hope this gets resolved asap.
We’re looking to buy our first home but this is one of my fears.
Try your best to save as much as possible, but don’t this let this discourage you
don't let this discourage you if you really want to buy a house. Now that you've seen my experiences, you know what to prepare for.
What a headache. To expect home buying to be this blissful moment in your life and turn out to be a big burden (for the time being) is stressful to say the least! I think all you can do at this point is see the big picture. This is YOUR home and no longer the previous owners or anybody else! This is for you and your future family I think what you’re dealing with right now are growing pains.
You can get through it if you got through 200k of debt. Lol like cmon girl! Big congratulations nonetheless. You’ve come so far! You didn’t come this far just to come this far. I believe in you!
Also! Maybe look into new construction homes. That’s what we did for our first house and it’s been 10 years since then and absolutely no regrets! I know house prices are much higher now than they were 10 years ago, especially here in California, but if it’s an option maybe look into it?
Hi Aja, sending love as someone who bought a home recently can totally relate. I am not a lawyer or inspector but my real estate agent was very thorough and made sure we didn't get screwed over by anything. I agree with the comments about looking at the inspection report and most of the time, inspectors do visual inspections and if they see something off, they would recommend getting a professional person to review. I think once the contract is signed, both the inspector and seller are no longer liable. But I would consult an attorney to see what you can do.
Otherwise, I think the remodeling job you are doing is great. It is hard to go through renos and pouring a lot of money into a fixer upper. Best luck to you and I am with you and thank you for being transparent about the house buying process.
I am so sorry. We moved from Oregon to Spring, Texas, which is North of Houston. We bought a lipstick on a pig house like you did. Everything needed replacing, we discovered we did not like Houston, and honestly, it is the #1 worst driving place in the USA! Most crashes, most deaths. You are expected to get into car crashes there. It is America's armpit. Downtown Houston is a very dirty and scary place. We moved back to Oregon after 2 years there.
How about small claims court?
I only brought 2 properties in my life, a condo and then a house. Both new construction….the condo had zero issues. The house is a money pit but not to your extent.
Something similar happened to UA-camr Kyeluh when she bought her first home and she documented it all on her channel. I recall her saying the inspector is legally protected from lawsuits...