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Your bank will place insurance for you if needed

How much of a “fixer upper” are we talking? Structural? Does the plumbing and electrical all work? Do all doors and windows close securely? Is the roof in 1 piece?

If it’s a situation where the decor is very 50’s or 70’s, but all the windows / doors / walls / roof are all intact, then you might be fine. That’s actually the ideal property to buy IMO.

I bought a fixer to live in. My problems with insurance did not have anything to do with condition of house. There were holes in the roof. I was turned down by two major carriers because if proximity to water - we are not in a flood zone but live in New England about 1/2 mile from a port. You will find insurance. you need an insurance broker who will find you something and works with multiple companies. It may be expensive and remember you pay on replacement value not property value.

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