These Homes Just Need a Little Love

Some things you have to see to believe. . .

I cannot explain what may have caused the droop in this ceiling fan, but every fan in this house was in similar condition!

Or how about this stellar bathroom layout. . .

Talk about creative design. . .there must be some benefit to this particular configuration, I'm just struggling to find it.

With temperatures in the single digits lately, bundling up to tour homes is paramount.  Multilple layers are complimented by a hat, gloves, and a scarf.  Proper dressing keeps frostbite at bay and ensures that I  survive to show homes another day. 

The most interesting bargains in the Joliet area are primarily bank owned homes or REO's.  These properties have been through the foreclosure process and are now being sold by the bank that was the leinholder who foreclosed.  While most have functioning electricity, the vast majority have no gas or water service.  No gas = No HEAT!

That is ice that you see. . .care to imagine how cold it was in this home. . .

On a brighter note, the investor who witnessed me snapping those photos on my trusty iphone scored a deal.  A four bedroom home with a full basement, huge family room addition and fireplace, for $109,900.  All of this in a Joliet neighborhood with comparable properties selling in the $160 - $170K range.  After some minor cosmetic work the home will be a great rental property. 

Some bargains are worth the risk of frost bite.