March 6, 2007

What Real Estate Listings Don’t Tell You

For 10 reasons why Redfin bloggers are out in the community reviewing homes for sale check out this fantastic article by Amy Fontinelle about the 10 Vital Housing Questions Real Estate Listings Can’t Answer.

Amy lists the following as important information about a house that is hard to glean from the listing information:
- Layout
- Design
- Storage space
- Neighbors
- Privacy
- Safety
- Parking
- Vibe
- Value

Redfin bloggers try to shed some on some of these questions for busy house hunters.

Are there any characteristics not listed that are high on your priority list? Leave a comment and let us know what to watch out for.


  • Marie Hagman
    Thanks for the link Amy.
  • Actually, removing popcorn is an easy and cheap DIY project if you don't have asbestos or paint to deal with.

    http://www.ronhazelton.com/howto/popcorn_ceiling_removal.htm
  • Marie Hagman
    Oh, good ones! I completely agree, removing popcorn and adding hardwood are expensive fixes.
  • moka
    I'd add % of hardwood floors & popcorn ceilings.
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