So we're buying our first house, and it's a fixer upper. Before we get there, though, let's start with the basics.
Me: 28 years old, female, work in the field of PR/media. I like to think I'm fairly handy and can wield a hammer without smashing a finger at least 80% of the time. I can follow directions when assembling Ikea furniture and change a tire and the oil in my car. I'm the motivated sort who wakes up early to go grocery shopping before everybody else even has their first cup of coffee.
Partner in crime, Mike: 28 years old, male, works from home in IT. Mike is very handy and can stop a dripping faucet, problem-solve like a champ, and he's not afraid of electricity or power tools. He can be a bit of a procrastinator at times, but he's thorough and detail-oriented. He's excited to knock out walls.
The house: 118 years old, frame house (Victorian?) in Pittsburgh, PA. It was once a single family home, but it was split into two apartments at least ten years ago. We're looking to open it back up. It's across a 1-way street from a local park, and it has tons of potential. It also needs lots of work. Here it is on the day of our home inspection.
My dad is a very handy guy. We asked him to take a look at it with us. When I told him that we decided to buy it, he just said, "Oh yeah? Good luck..."
Closing is on September 15. Loads of "before" pictures to come.
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First off, congrats. Welcome to the wild and wacky world of home ownership. Moreover, welcome to the world of owning a home that is over 100 years old (holy moly I've had wine). I want to note also that my wine consumption has gone up exponentially with each house project.
After a year of home ownership, I am a drunk.
Nathan would like to point out that it is not motivation when you cannot help but get up and go to the store. Seriously, most people can sleep through the morning light.
Second, we want to know why you think Mike is a procrastinator? What has he procrastinated?
Lastly, why aren't the the kids featured? Seriously, where is Sass & Agster? Sassy will be excellent in the task of moving unwanted rocks while Agnes will distract the neighbors with her naked sunbathing.
Back to the wine & stuff... - Jess
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