1. By: Mitchell Mansfield

2. Look for things wrong with the roof like holes or leaks. Also you need to look for any bugs or infestations because wood damage can be very expensive. Lastly you should always call a professional to come check it out before you finalize the paper work.

3. You can search the property to if anything bad has happened to it. You can even see the taxes payed on it in the years the house has been built.

4. The neighborhood plays a big part in buying a house. You can search the neighborhood to find out the crime report or the achievements of the neighborhood. If you are looking for a school that you can go to www.GreatSchools.com to find a school in your state

5. In conclusion, buying a house that all of your family enjoys can be very difficult. Make sure to double check the house for no bugs and other insects that can damage the house. Hope this speech has helped. Thank you for watching!

6. http://money.usnews.com/money/personal- finance/articles/2014/08/21/5-things-to-look-out-for-when-buying-an- older-home www.GreatSchools.com http://www.realtor.com/advice/10-things- consider-making-offer-home/