Well, the housing market is going down somewhat, our lease is ending soon, and this apartment is getting a little crowded, so. . . we’ve decided to jump feet first into home ownership! After many months of research and after selectively viewing a dozen or so houses, we finally found “The One” for us.
It all began Monday with an email from our realtor. (He sends us all the newest listings everyday.) Trish saw that it was in the area we’ve been scouting and significantly below market value, which initially made her skeptical. However, with an undeniable nagging feeling in the pit of her stomach she set up an appointment to view the house with me just before lunch on Wednesday. So I met her and the kids there (did I mention that it is three blocks from my office?) and we almost instantly felt right at home upon entry. The unbelievable price, landscaping, and upkeep of the property was like icing on the cake for us. The house is in our current ward boundaries, the layout is what Trish has always imagined us in, and the house is two blocks from the elementary and intermediate schools of choice. So we made an offer that afternoon and had it countered by the sellers a day and a half later. Talk about testing our faith! One day longer and Trish would have talked herself out of the source of her promptings! Our offer was accepted today and we begin signing our life away on Monday! Pretty nerve-wracking but super exciting as well! Pray for a smooth escrow and start planning that much needed trip to California! We love you all and hope to see you soon! Here’s a picture of the exterior:
If you want to see more pix you can go to www.guarantee.com and click on the find a home link. From there, click Fresno County and then search by Listing number. Our listing number is 266115. We’d love to hear what you think. Thanks for all of your prayers and support as we approach this family milestone!
Congratulations you guys! Just in time too, since we’re coming to visit next weekend. Just kidding, but it would be nice. I’ve only been back to work for 10 days but I could use a 6 week vacation. Who couldn’t? Maybe I should go on “sabbatical”. It’s great that you found a home. I remember how lucky we felt when we found ours (great location, a little under valued) after several grueling weeks of searching. We look back now and think about some of the houses (and locations) we actually considered and think we were pretty blessed to end up where we are. Enjoy, and see if you can get Melissa to come out and help with the move!
We’re so excited for you all! Was that a fenced yard I glimpsed in the back? Does that mean you can get a dog now? :)
Trish, what’s first on your list of ‘Things to Do to the House’?? Hope everything goes smoothly with the move. What a cute house! Enjoy!
Love,
Becky :)
Congratulations on your first home! We’re so proud of you guys!