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Experts Reveal the Top 10 Things to Consider Before Investing in a Fixer-Upper
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Experts Reveal the Top 10 Things to Consider Before Investing in a Fixer-Upper

Itching to take a crack at fixing up an old, run-down property? Read these renovation tips first.
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Very few things are as rewarding as transforming a fixer-upper into the home of your dreams. Yet, anyone who has traveled down the path of renovation knows how windy that road can be. To help combat unforeseen challenges, we asked expert renovators what all they would consider before investing in a fixer-upper. Scroll ahead to read their top 10 tips.

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