"Gloria P" > wrote in message
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> jmcquown wrote:
>> For some reason my middle brother thinks before we can sell this house we
>> need to buy a new refrigerator. I don't think it's necessary to provide a
>> refrigerator when you're selling a house. Just an FYI, this is pretty
>> much a place where retirees move. It's not like some 20-somethings (who
>> have absolutely nothing to their name) are going to buy the house.
>> People who move here are pretty well set and they probably have their own
>> appliances. It's not outside the realm of possiblity to throw in the
>> washer and dryer and even the fridge when we sell the house. But I don't
>> think we should have to provide one. What are your thoughts?
>>
>> Jill
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> I agree. If the fridge is less than 20 years old, I'd leave it and agree
> to replace it only if it was a deal closer to a serious buyer.
>
> The same goes for carpeting. If you must, include a carpeting allowance
> to sweeten the deal, but for goodness sake don't re-carpet unless the old
> carpet is badly trashed. Carpet color is a very individual choice.
>
The carpeting is in horrible shape. My parents were both heavy smokers. I
have absolutely no idea why they thought *white* carpeting was a good idea!
Especially since my father was a golfer and was forever tracking dirt in.
I'll have it professionally cleaned and see if that helps. But whoever buys
will most likely need to have it replaced.

Jill