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Old 11-19-2012, 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by jimbo2012 View Post
Can't agree with that statement by a realtor, they R clueless about the building code.

Everything is built better in newer homes, the code is simply more stringent in many regards.
2 quick examples are they R designed to withstand higher wind speeds in hurricanes.
The insulation and windows are better.

The AC units have seer ratings of 15+, that saves $$
100% right jimbo. See post #12 in this thread. Sounds like a Realtor "pushing" a resale. That's not to say that a resale can't be a good deal given the right price and location.
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