FLAWS YOU SHOULD EXCUSE WHEN BUYING A HOME

The home search process can be long and strenuous. The last thing you want to do is disqualify a potential dream home just because of something that can easily be fixed. Below we have highlighted common home flaws that you should overlook.

BAD PAINT OR OLD KITCHEN CABINETS

So the previous owner had very eclectic taste. Don’t let this steer you away because this is one of the cheapest and easiest flaws to fix. Hire a professional painter or do it yourself; you’ll be surprised what a difference a great paint job can make. Outdated wallpaper can always be removed and cabinet refacing doesn’t have to be costly. Once you get all of this done, it can make a huge difference to the space.

BROKEN A/C

This is one of the quickest ways to set a bad first impression when you step into the home. I mean sure, you want a finished product, but if everything else in the home is everything that you’re looking for, maybe it is time to try and negotiate with the seller to get it fixed before move-in day. Realistically, air conditioners act up sometimes, so don’t see this as a deal breaker.

DISCOLORED BATHROOM GROUT

From first glance, this can look like mold. Mold can cause serious problems later on, but grout is easy to fix. You always want to get a home inspection done regardless, but when you are unsure about something like this, a home inspector is vital for helping you determine if it is grout and luckily, it can be cleaned and scrubbed away.

BAD LANDSCAPING

The outside looks bad, the plants are dead, and the walkway isn’t too appealing. Much like broken A/C, this can set a bad first impression in the first 5 seconds of arriving at the showing. This in the end can cost a pretty penny, or it could be a (relatively) inexpensive DIY project, but if everything in the home is what you’re looking for, don’t allow landscaping to be the only reason you say no. Your real estate agent may even be able to refer someone to you to hash out some ideas or maybe even do it for a discounted rate.

Home searching becomes easier when you learn to overlook things that can be fixed and personalized. Assuming everything else meets your needs, you don’t want to regret not getting a home after the fact, so get out there and find your dream home!

-Adriana Nelson

1661 EDGEWATER DR, MOUNT DORA, FL 32757 5 Bedrm | 3 Full, 2 Half Bath | 6,022 Sq Ft O5876095 | $1,198,000

6464 DEACON CIR, WINDERMERE, FL 34786 4 Bedrm | 4 Full, 2 Half Bath | 6,605 Sq Ft O5534572 | $2,895,000

Exquisite waterfront estate home in the sought after community of the country club of Mount Dora! Impressive entry way with sweeping staircase & dramatic, soaring ceilings. Create a lavish dining experience in the banquet-sized dining room w/ adjoining butler pantry.

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3364 CHARACTER CT, SANFORD, FL 32771 3 Bedrm | 2 Bath |2,138 SqFt O5888969 | $425,000 Pre-Construction. To be built. Build your Dream Home on a secluded lot in the beautiful Sanford area with no HOA. .96 Acre lot with beautiful oak trees. Plenty of room for an additional boat and RV storage. Did I mention No HOA ?

Welcome to this gorgeous lake front home! This Isleworth home has a completely redesigned 2nd floor with world class finishes. Grand living area with floor to ceiling windows that fill the space with natural light. The spacious kitchen features stainless steel appliances and granite countertops.

ROSANA PARRA Direct 407-466-9903 rozucchi@hotmail.com

1119 BLACK ACRE TRL, WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708 3 Bedrm | 2 Bath |2,412 SqFt

O5898862 | $499,000 This timeless Winter Springs home is a true beauty that any buyer will appreciate. The meticulous grounds of this 0.72-acre lot are beautifully landscaped and upon entering, elegant Brazilian Cherry wood floors grace this sprawling pool home. The split floor plan features a lovely family room with a wood burning fireplace.

DAVID PARKER

Direct (407) 312-6217 daveparkersanford@gmail.com JACOB EASON

Direct (352) 360-3494 jacob.eason.realtor@gmail.com

10006 HARTFORD MAROON RD, ORLANDO, FL 32827 5 Bedrm | 4 Bath |3,505 SqFt O5896245 | $448,000

1490 CATERPILLAR ST, SAINT CLOUD, FL 34771 4 Bedrm | 3.5 Bath | 3,402 Total Sq Ft O5892972 | $429,900

Open concept floor plan has generously sized rooms throughout the home. The main level features a large family room right off the well-appointed kitchen, formal living and dining spaces and a first floor bedroom and full bathroom. Water’s Edge is a gated community featuring a clubhouse, pool, family access to community YMCA, and so much more!

STEPHANIE HOUDE Direct: (703) 402-9940 welcomehomewithsteph@gmail.com

18828 WIMBLEDON CIR, LUTZ, FL 33558 4 Bedrm | 3.5 Bath | 3,501 Sq Ft S5034406 | $770,000 Cheval Estate home on a golf community with manicured lawn throughout the community. Custom Built features inside the home. Separate private guest house, and conservation lot located in the backyard.

Located in beautiful Turtle Creek subdivision; tile, carpet, granite countertops, and arched entryways throughout. The master suite features a walk-in closet, double vanity, walk-in shower, and soaking tub. Rear entrance offers a mud room with granite countertops and wood cabinets for additional storage.

DANA STANLEY Direct (407) 468-4658 move380@aol.com

2141 SHERBROOK AVENUE, DAVENPORT, FL 33837 5 Bedrm | 3 Bath | 2,671 Sq Ft

O5879558 | $440,000 Home located in Davenport, FL offering a panoramic view of the community, golf course and easy access to 2 pools, tennis courts, fitness center, playground and plenty of walking trails. Master bedroom includes a walk-in closet, ceiling fan, and separate vanity sinks, with an amazing view.

LATISHA SMITH Direct 407-504-7282 latishasmith.fl.agent@gmail.com PIERRE RENE Direct (407) 492-7342 pmqr.realestatelistings@gmail.com

7463 MARKER AVE, KISSIMMEE, FL 34747 8 Bedrm | 8 Bath | 4,733 Sq Ft O5878431 | $685,000

561 N COUNTRY CLUB RD, LAKE MARY, FL 32746 4 Bedrm | 2.5 Bath | 3,081 Sq Ft O5874743 | $799,000

Welcome home to this gorgeous, fully furnished 8 bedroom, 8 bath luxury vacation property!! This home has everything you are looking for in a vacation home and MORE!!! Walk into a fantastic open floor plan that is professionally decorated, featuring a theatre room & spacious bedrooms.

JASON ACUNA Direct: 407-760-3077 jacuna1premiumrealtor@gmail.com

9066 HERITAGE BAY CIR, ORLANDO, FL 32836 5 Bedrm | 4 Bath | 3,339 Sq Ft S5034001 | $605,000 Stunning property located between 10-20 minutes from the popular attractions in Central Florida! The community of Phillips Landing is a 4 hour gated and guarded Community with great amenities like a Tennis Court, Playground, Community Pool, and more.

Once In a lifetime opportunity to own a home on a private island . Yes. The home is on an island on Crystal Lake. The home is a fixer upper but the lot features an abundance of old Florida natural beauty .The lake is great for fishing or just taking in the natural wildlife.

PAUL SADUSKY Direct: 407-340-1422 paulsellsorlandohomes@gmail.com

151 LAKESIDE DR, SANFORD, FL 32773 4 Bedrm | 3.5 Bath | 3,692 Sq Ft

O5891743 | $665,000 If you are looking for a lake of 55+ acres with that Lakefront home that has the real feel of Florida.... THIS IS IT!!. This home is set for Indoor and Outdoor Entertainment. Note the size of the Living/Family open area with Gas Fireplace and Huge Windows that bring the Outside into your Home. Home has Custom Builtins, and a chef’s Kitchen.

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15061 DRIFTWATER DR, WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787 5 Bedrm | 3 Bath |3,170 Sq Ft O5870443 | $423,500

7474 FAIRGROVE AVE, WINDERMERE, FL 34786 5 Bedrm | 3.5 Bath | 3,954 Sq Ft O5873786 | $525,000

This home has a bedroom and a full bath on the first floor. The open-plan kitchen with breakfast nook looks onto the dining and family rooms. The master bedroom has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and his and her sinks. Additional rooms include a den/ bedroom and a laundry room with washer and dryer.

PARTHA VUSTEPALLI Direct: 407-547-9077 ParthaVRealty@gmail.com

14505 BLACK LAKE PRESERVE ST, WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787 4 Bedrm | 3 Bath | 2,842 Sq Ft S5034093 | $423,900 This beautiful single-story home is located in a gated community, just minutes away from downtown Winter Garden and Winter Garden Vineland shopping area. This home has a spacious family room and a kitchen, featuring a large island, granite counter tops, and stainless steel appliances.

Located in the Windermere Sound community, and looks onto a large, natural pond. The upstairs features four bedrooms and two bathrooms, each with double sinks, granite counter tops, and shower/tub combo. The main feature of the upstairs is the over-sized open loft , measuring 21’ x 26’.

VANESSA BALTACIOGLU Direct: 407-625-1154 vabalta@gmail.com

31852 WEKIVA RIVER RD, SORRENTO, FL 32776 4 Bedrm | 2 Bath | 2,412 Sq Ft

O5892098 | $675,000

KYMBAT IGLIKOVA Direct: 407-485-2608 thepremiumrealtor@gmail.com

Simply amazing opportunity to own a ranch style home on almost 6 rolling acres nestled in the heart of Sorrento. Surrounded by Florida nature with a truly rustic ambiance as you walk into the living room area complete with brick wood burning fireplace.

LORI LOVE Direct (321) 279-0752 agentloriann@gmail.com