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Matt G.
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A new Investor Asking for Advice

Matt G.
  • Eureka, MO
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I recently put a house under contract "as is". It was a good deal, and I was the only one knew about it being available. It cost me 30k, and it required 30k in renovations. I figured I could safely sell the house for 80k when all said and done. I have $1,800 into the house already for inspections, and appraisal fees. During one of the inspections it was discovered that the septic system was not to current code, and It would need to be replaced due to age. Estimates I have for this repair are around 20k. The questions... Even though I am buying "as-is", can I request a reduction of price (already under contract). Is there a way to exit this deal without losing the $1,800 I have already put in. Thanks for any advice. (The $1,800 includes the earnest money.)

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