Large oak tree under foundation - to buy or not to buy?

[Melissa U.]

In contract for a turnkey property in Memphis, TN. It will cost approx $4000 to remove the Oak tree based on a professional estimate. There is a bedroom above this corner of the house. The roots would still be under the house once the tree is removed. Should I move forward or withdraw?

[Michael P.]

I think you can do better than buying a “turnkey” house with a giant tree cracking the foundation.