Borrowers will buy haunted houses, but expect discount

Source: Housingwire Realtor.com said at least 32% of potential homebuyers would consider buying a haunted house or a property suspected of paranormal activity, according to a recent survey. Still, 29% of those willing buyers believe a discount of at least 20% is in order since ghosts and flying plates tend to lower a property's value. About 33% said they would consider a haunted home, while another 35% are against the idea entirely. Two percent of those surveyed said they'd be willing to pay more for a haunted house. But if your home has ghostly presences, it's wise to tell them not to act up on the property tour. Sixty-two percent of the Realtor.com survey respondents said a warm or cold spot (perhaps produced by your ghost) could kill the sale. Strange noises, footsteps and slamming doors also are considered deterrents for 48% of respondents. Another 41% are okay with ghosts as long as the ghosts remain invisible. Other than that, your less than lively houseguests are not a deal breaker, especially around Halloween. What rumored spooky happenings would NOT stop you from purchasing a home (assuming the home is otherwise a good fit) (Select all that apply)? Source: Realtor.com ■62% - Warm or cold spots ■48% - Strange noises (footsteps, doors slamming) ■44% - Objects being moved from where they were placed ■45% - Flickering lights/appliances ■43% - Strange sensations ■41% - Ghost sightings ■36% - Levitating objects ■35% - Strange voices ■24% - All of the above would stop me from purchasing a home How much would a “haunted” home have to be discounted (from its market value) for you to decide to purchase it? ■15% - 0% I would pay full market value of the home ■12% - 1-10% less than market value ■17% - 11-20% less than market value ■18% - 21-30% less than market value ■19% - 31-50% less than market value ■17% - 51%+ less than market value ■2% - I would pay more than market value for a “haunted” home

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