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Working through the well and septic questions on a farmette
The owners were ready to leave the upkeep of their former horse property. Unexpectedly high well and septic estimates required further discussion before the purchase closed.
After renovation
The property no longer fit their lives
The Front Royal farmette had a stable and had once been home to horses. The owners no longer kept horses and were finding the upkeep difficult. Small projects were needed throughout the property, and they wanted a quick sale.
Investigating the systems before closing
Steve initially matched the owner’s requested price. Because the property relied on a well and septic system, he ordered inspections. The estimates came back higher than expected and affected the proposed financial terms, which led to further discussion.
Reaching an agreement after the difficult part
The parties worked through the costs and completed the purchase. The seller later referred two other sellers whose transactions Steve also completed. This account is a reminder that some direct purchases still require inspections and a clear discussion when new information affects the terms.
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Talk with Steve & StacyBased on Steve and Stacy’s account of this purchase. Arrangements described are specific to this transaction.