Reality star warns American families are buying ‘nightmare homes’ they can’t afford to fix
Reality star Tommy Harr warns that many American families are purchasing homes that they cannot afford to repair. He emphasizes the importance of home inspections, which buyers often skip due to market pressures. Harr's advice comes as families face rising mortgage rates and high home prices, leading to rushed decisions in the housing market.
- ▪Tommy Harr, star of A&E's 'Zombie House Flipping', warns about 'nightmare homes' that families can't afford to fix.
- ▪He highlights that cosmetic renovations can hide serious structural issues in homes.
- ▪Harr advises buyers to always hire a professional home inspection company to avoid costly mistakes.
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| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 11:00:52 -0400 |
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Entertainment Reality star warns American families are buying ‘nightmare homes’ they can’t afford to fix Star of A&E's upcoming 'Zombie House Flipping' says families should never skip home inspections despite market pressure By Stephanie Giang-Paunon Fox News Published May 29, 2026 11:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Real estate expert warns DIY house flips trap American families in ‘nightmare’ homes "Zombie House Flipping" star Tommy Harr tells Fox News Digital how rushed home flips and poor inspections are leaving families stuck with costly repairs.
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