jmcquown wrote:
>
> "Gloria P" > wrote in message
> ...
>> 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
>>
>>
>> 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

I don't know any golfers who wear their golfing shoes home.

-dk