Myth: Buy a Fixer-Upper
Buying a fixer-upper has become somewhat of a trend, with buyers looking for cheap houses that they can renovate exactly to their liking while saving costs. The surge of renovation shows on TV has undoubtedly fueled this trend and while they may be entertaining to watch, they’re also somewhat misleading.
Don’t forget, editing plays a big role in how easy it all seems. Plus, they also likely get rock-bottom prices from tradesmen that want the opportunity to appear on TV and advertise their crafts. You, on the other hand, would have to pay the standard rate and the project could take months, if not years.
