Have you ever found the perfect house… only to find out it’s in a flood zone?
Talk about a mood killer!
While a house being in a flood zone isn’t necessarily a deal breaker, it does make the final buying decision that much tougher. When it comes to weather risks like this, you don’t want to fall for the trap of thinking it could never happen to you. Flash floods can be extremely dangerous.
That said, buying a house in a flood zone isn’t always a terrible idea. You just need to know what exactly you’re getting into.
Read my latest post on whether to buy a house in a flood zone! I offer practical knowledge about flood zones and insurance as well as actionable advice for when you start house hunting.