Many Huntsville and North Alabama Homes built in the 1980’s-1990’s used hardboard siding; not all of these buildings were maintained properly, and many may have severe siding problems due to neglect and lack of information about the issues that can arise from the presence of bad hardboard siding.
Deficiencies and Effects on the Home
Hardboard siding naturally [...]

After my first review of this house (which was mostly shock, awe, and morbid curiosity) I had to go back and review it again, this time to try and determine whether this house should be rebuilt or bulldozed.
See Part 1 HERE

Great example of the poor quality material that was used on many homes built in the 1980’s and 1990’s. A class action lawsuit was lost and millions of dollars were paid to many homeowners who had houses built with Masonite Siding.

Morbid curiosity demanded that I go look at this Huntsville area foreclosure.  Look for PART 2 I’ll be discussing whether this house is worth rehabbing.

Not too long ago I had the opportunity to work with a new investor client.   I usually like to take things slow and get to know the buyer, find out a little more about them, and let them become comfortable with me and how I can help find a Huntsville area property that fits their [...]