Where I live in Bend Oregon $200k wouldn't buy much, but to hit that price point in Indianapolis we are doing a lot of nice finishes; Quartz countertops, wood floors, etc.

Consider risks of a $200,000, 80 year old wood frame house on on the North Carolina coast (hurricanes ) versus a $200,000 new brick house in say, Montana.

Is it wise to find land with tillable wood?

This is for red oak wood (not the prime stuff) and includes the wood filler, sanding, etc.

My income is sound even during covid and ( knock on wood ) And confident I can swing this ...BUT - id like other opinions.

@Kevin Wood thank you so much.

It would be changing from carpet to durable wood-grained vinyle planks throughout, upgrading bathroom vanity/counter and changing all windows.

The realtor has told me it fell because 2 windows have to be replaced and there is some wood rot around the bulkhead. ( hopefully not termites )  My question is : Should I pay to get my own inspection or just use the previous one from the other buyer?

Here's a simple example:A 90-year-old brick-veneer, slate-roofed three-bedroom, two-bathroom might stand next to a wood-sided 80-year-old 3/2.

Completed: Refinish wood floors, replace light fixtures and switches, updated bathroom hardware and new kitchen sink w/ hardware.Planned: Basement bathroom remodel, replace windows, and kitchen remodel Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?