So I'm buying a house....

**ramanth** · 06-06-2010, 08:15 PM

Originally Posted by Karen

But I'm guessing Kia and Chipper will take on leap into that nice big back yard and think "Sweet!"

That they will!

**Sonia59** · 06-07-2010, 09:09 AM

Originally Posted by carole

Wow Kim, that is great news, i cannot get over the price of these houses, you could not even buy a piece of land here for even close to that price, would be triple,it is hardly even enough for a deposit on a home here in NZ,happy for you, hope you enjoy your new home.

Same here. For this price you could just buy a parking box for a car in Paris, and perhaps two parking boxes in other cities

Congrats!

**ramanth** · 06-09-2010, 06:54 PM

Just called to have the utilities turned on for Tuesday's inspection. I'll be sure to take lots of photos of the inside.

**krazyaboutkatz** · 06-10-2010, 01:08 AM

Great news.

I look forward to seeing the pictures and good luck with the inspection.

**ramanth** · 06-15-2010, 11:08 PM

Pictures!!!

All photos are here...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ramanth...7624285201674/

A sample:

Front of the house

Backyard

Deck

Master bedroom

Master bathroom

Kitchen

**K9karen** · 06-15-2010, 11:22 PM

How lovely! What a huge backyard! Kia and Chipper are going to go doggie bananas! I love the front garden and..Oh Wait..I'd die for that bathtub! Some candles, bubblebath and a glass of vino and I'd be in heaven! I'm so thrilled for you! I bet you can't wait to get started decorating! Congratulations again!

**krazyaboutkatz** · 06-16-2010, 12:39 AM

It looks great.

So did everything pass inspection?

**Cinder & Smoke** · 06-16-2010, 10:56 AM

WoW!

NICE Pad, Kiddo!!!!!!

CONGRATZ!!

**redbird** · 06-16-2010, 12:12 PM

I wish the best of luck in your new home, I hope we see pics of the inside. Oops didn't realize you already posted pics.

**ramanth** · 06-16-2010, 10:53 PM

Inspection hit a bit of a snag on Tuesday. Whoever shut the water valve in the house off broke it in the off position. So we were able to only test the gas/furnace (which works beautifully - I cranked that puppy up to 80

) LOL! The house got nice and toasty and dad begged me to turn it off.

So we arranged to meet again Wednesday morning and dad was able to successfully remove the valve and we got water flowing through the pipes and the water heater filled.

The faucets, toilets, and water heater all worked great.

Just some minor things needed like the furnace needs a filter and the water heater needs a new valve. All minor stuff. Everything works though so that's the important thing.

Still no idea on a close date. Lender is looking at mid to late July. Looks like I'll be at my parents house a little longer than anticipated. :\ I was only hoping to not have to move home if only to keep everything less stressful for the cats and reptiles.

**lizbud** · 06-17-2010, 05:04 PM

Your new place looks great.

I really like the extended deck in back.
The huge basement is a big plus too.

I hope the closing time just fliys
by & you can move in soon.

**Vermontcat** · 06-19-2010, 06:38 PM

Congratulations on getting the new house!

It looks great, I know the dogs will love the big backyard.
I can't wait until you get settled in there and start posting pictures of all your pets in your new home.

**ramanth** · 07-22-2010, 09:55 PM

After a bunch of hassels with the lender, underwriter, and such, we finally got a clear to close with only 3 days to spare!!

(Had we missed the deadline this Friday, I would of had to of paid $225 for an extension fee.)

I close next Thursday, July 29th and then I'll be a homeowner!

I bought a stove today. My mom suggested we go to House to Home, a place here in Lansing that sells refurbished appliances. While we were looking at the stoves and talking to the owner of the store, this black lab comes around the corner, walking funny but you could tell she was friendly. The owner called her 'floppy' but then said that was just her nickname because ever since she had been hit by a car, she has a funny walk and can only turn left. Mom said they should call her 'NASCAR'. While we were petting her, another larger dog came up the aisle and leaned against my mom wanting pets. His name was Trouble.

http://www.housetohomelansing.com/

We left to price around at some other stores, but I really liked one of the stoves H2H had, so we went back and bought it. Plus, how can you say no to dog lovers?

I'm not sure if they are at the store everyday, but I'll take my camera next time just in case. I plan to also buy a fridge at H2H.

**Karen** · 07-22-2010, 10:20 PM

Originally Posted by ramanth

Plus, how can you say no to dog lovers?

Ya can't! Especially those with "special" dogs like Miss Left-turn only!

Congrats!

**ramanth** · 07-29-2010, 06:39 PM

It's official!!! I'm a homeowner.

The utilities are being turned on tomorrow and Saturday I'm having the carpet professionally cleaned.

In the meantime, I'll be scrubbing walls and mopping the linoleum, airing out the house, ripping up the carpet in the master bathroom, and then deciding on what color to paint the walls.