So I'm buying a house....

[redbird]

I wish the best of luck in your new home, I hope we see pics of the inside. Oops didn't realize you already posted pics.

[ramanth]

Inspection hit a bit of a snag on Tuesday. Whoever shut the water valve in the house off broke it in the off position. So we were able to only test the gas/furnace (which works beautifully - I cranked that puppy up to 80 ) LOL! The house got nice and toasty and dad begged me to turn it off.

So we arranged to meet again Wednesday morning and dad was able to successfully remove the valve and we got water flowing through the pipes and the water heater filled.

The faucets, toilets, and water heater all worked great.

Just some minor things needed like the furnace needs a filter and the water heater needs a new valve. All minor stuff. Everything works though so that's the important thing.

Still no idea on a close date. Lender is looking at mid to late July. Looks like I'll be at my parents house a little longer than anticipated. :\ I was only hoping to not have to move home if only to keep everything less stressful for the cats and reptiles.

[lizbud]

Your new place looks great. I really like the extended deck in back.
The huge basement is a big plus too. I hope the closing time just fliys
by & you can move in soon.

[Vermontcat]

Congratulations on getting the new house!
It looks great, I know the dogs will love the big backyard.
I can't wait until you get settled in there and start posting pictures of all your pets in your new home.

[ramanth]

After a bunch of hassels with the lender, underwriter, and such, we finally got a clear to close with only 3 days to spare!! (Had we missed the deadline this Friday, I would of had to of paid $225 for an extension fee.)

I close next Thursday, July 29th and then I'll be a homeowner!

I bought a stove today. My mom suggested we go to House to Home, a place here in Lansing that sells refurbished appliances. While we were looking at the stoves and talking to the owner of the store, this black lab comes around the corner, walking funny but you could tell she was friendly. The owner called her 'floppy' but then said that was just her nickname because ever since she had been hit by a car, she has a funny walk and can only turn left. Mom said they should call her 'NASCAR'. While we were petting her, another larger dog came up the aisle and leaned against my mom wanting pets. His name was Trouble.

http://www.housetohomelansing.com/

We left to price around at some other stores, but I really liked one of the stoves H2H had, so we went back and bought it. Plus, how can you say no to dog lovers?

I'm not sure if they are at the store everyday, but I'll take my camera next time just in case. I plan to also buy a fridge at H2H.

[Karen]

Plus, how can you say no to dog lovers?

Ya can't! Especially those with "special" dogs like Miss Left-turn only!

Congrats!