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Posted on 4/19/18 at 7:46 pm to CaCestBon
Why would you even want to live in the BR area? Weirdo.
Posted on 4/19/18 at 7:48 pm to CaCestBon
Absolutely not
Posted on 4/19/18 at 7:56 pm to CaCestBon
Have you ever lost everything in a flood? In 78 people didn't think I'd flood that bad again until 83.
Posted on 4/19/18 at 7:58 pm to CaCestBon
Hell no
Posted on 4/19/18 at 8:05 pm to CaCestBon
Depends on insurance costs, price of the house, and what renovations were done.
If the walls and floors weren't torn out and replaced and reinsulated you'll have mold issues
If the walls and floors weren't torn out and replaced and reinsulated you'll have mold issues
Posted on 4/19/18 at 8:09 pm to LeMarteau
I was about to say the same thing. Definitely get it tested for mold.
Posted on 4/19/18 at 8:11 pm to CaCestBon
I bought a flooded house, it's a brand new house and I have no regerts
Posted on 4/19/18 at 8:33 pm to eScott
Yeah, this is exactly how I feel. I don't have faith that it won't flood again, and I don't ever want to go through that.
Now, if my family thought the same way as most of y'all, this would a much easier decision!
Now, if my family thought the same way as most of y'all, this would a much easier decision!
Posted on 4/19/18 at 8:37 pm to CaCestBon
Hell no I walked through flood waters and remember every single day with that felt like and what that look like
Posted on 4/19/18 at 8:46 pm to CaCestBon
Why not? I’ve sold and renovated a bunch of houses from the ‘16 flood. Just make sure the wording in the contract is right to cover everything.
Posted on 4/19/18 at 8:55 pm to whit
What do you mean?
What kind of extra things would need to be in the contract?
What kind of extra things would need to be in the contract?
Posted on 4/19/18 at 9:04 pm to CaCestBon
Just know that there is no such thing as a Mold “Certificate” in Louisiana. Also there is no such thing as a mold free house. EVERY home has mold, but if the mold inside is between 10 and 33% of what is found outside, it’s a safe breathing space.
Posted on 4/19/18 at 9:07 pm to Cincinnati Bowtie
Mine got flooded and repaired. Problem is flood insurance has almost doubled in 3 years. Up to 150 a month
Posted on 4/19/18 at 9:09 pm to CaCestBon
Why not? I’ve sold and bought houses that flooded during Katrina and they’re all worth more than they were before. I’m currently living in a house that flooded during Katrina that has been completely redone. I don’t see what’s the problem as long as you have insurance
This post was edited on 4/19/18 at 9:10 pm
Posted on 4/19/18 at 9:15 pm to tgrbaitn08
I have been 'involved" in the sale of over 100 flooded homes since the 2016 flood.
I can tell you there is very little market reluctance to buying a flooded home.
Most are completely like new ......
I can tell you there is very little market reluctance to buying a flooded home.
Most are completely like new ......
Posted on 4/19/18 at 9:28 pm to CaCestBon
Of course. But get an independent inspection.
Posted on 4/19/18 at 9:42 pm to Cincinnati Bowtie
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Also there is no such thing as a mold free house. EVERY home has mold,
This. Those citing mold issues on this house have no idea how much mold they are living with. I haven't done a single bathroom remodel that didn't have some mold somewhere.
Posted on 4/19/18 at 9:45 pm to Clames
Depending where it is located but many are selling 10-15% above market value prior to the storm.
Posted on 4/19/18 at 10:13 pm to lsufan112001
Good point. Flood insurance quotes will be necessary before making a decision.
Another question: is adding on to a house in this situation impossible? Worried that we wouldn't be able to close in the garage/add garage doors without putting a ton of dirt to raise the elevation. (Also thinking about adding on a sun room/closed in back porch.) Would it be acceptable to do it at the current elevation, since the house already exists and it's not a new construction? This house is OLD and they certainly required the neighbors to add a ton of dirt before building their new home, but maybe that's because it's a completely new construction.
If anyone knows the regulations, or knows where I can find this information, that would be so helpful!
Thanks, y'all are the best.
Another question: is adding on to a house in this situation impossible? Worried that we wouldn't be able to close in the garage/add garage doors without putting a ton of dirt to raise the elevation. (Also thinking about adding on a sun room/closed in back porch.) Would it be acceptable to do it at the current elevation, since the house already exists and it's not a new construction? This house is OLD and they certainly required the neighbors to add a ton of dirt before building their new home, but maybe that's because it's a completely new construction.
If anyone knows the regulations, or knows where I can find this information, that would be so helpful!
Thanks, y'all are the best.
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