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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Alison Jones

6 things you should always check before buying a fixer-upper home – don't have buyer's remorse

The gable field of an old Victorian-era building has a detailed vergeboard.

Buying the worst house on the street can have its advantages. The only way is up, right? It may look an eyesore now, but that just means there is more scope to mold it into a beautiful home.

And the silver lining to its ugliness is that its lack of appeal might be reflected in a super-low price. A property that has stood empty for months or even years could be open to offers that fit right into your budget – and leave plenty left over for the very necessary updates and home renovations.

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