Although I grew up in the northeastern part of the country, I graduated from Arizona State University. During my four years of college, I fell in love with the area. The year-round sunshine, warm temperatures and stunning landscape are ideal for outdoor activities. I spend a lot of time running, cycling, hiking, kayaking and golfing. Phoenix, in particular, offers high-end spa resorts, premium golf courses and a wide variety of restaurants, nightclubs and shopping. However, living in the capital city of Arizona can get expensive. While touring houses for sale with a real estate agent, I found a property that was absolutely perfect. I couldn’t resist the curb appeal, hardwood floors, big kitchen and open floor plan. At the time, I was very young and inexperienced. I had no idea what to look for in a house. I also over-estimated the capabilities of my budget. The mortgage on the property was a struggle from the very beginning. When things started to go wrong with the house, I lacked the funds to cover repairs. While the house appeared to be in pristine condition, there were major issues with the electrical system, plumbing and HVAC. I dealt with tripping breakers, clogged drains, sewage backup, polluted air quality and a failed air conditioner. Eventually, I had no choice but to sell. I needed to get out from under the mortgage payments and constant expenses before I ended up in foreclosure. Reaching out to a cash home buyer was the best option. I was able to get a cash offer that same day and close on the house in just over a week.
