Timeline & Key Dates
Move Timeline: The Final Countdown
We are officially under contract for the new farm on Guess Rd! This page tracks the critical dates for closing and the physical move.
March 2026 Schedule
- March 16 (Mon): ⚖️ Sign paperwork for current house sale (Old Horseman) with lawyers.
- March 19 (Wed): Closing on current house (Old Horseman).
- March 20 (Thu): Closing on the new farm (Guess Rd).
- March 21 (Fri): New carpet installation at Guess Rd.
- March 22 (Sat): 🚚 The Big Move Day.
- March 24 (Mon): Pool table professional move.
- March 25 (Tue): Final move-out clean at Old Horseman.
- March 26 (Wed): Final deadline to vacate (Rent-back ends).
Property Comparison
| Feature | Old House (Old Horseman) | Guess Rd (The Farm) |
|---|---|---|
| Style | Single Floor Ranch | Single Floor Ranch |
| Acreage | 1.03 Acres | |
| Living Space | 2,350 sqft | 2,650 sqft |
| Bed/Bath | 4 BR / 3 Bath | 4 BR / 2.5 Bath |
| Garage/Shop | Huge attached garage | Huge 30x40 detached workshop |
| Hot Water | Tankless (Natural Gas) | 35gal Tank (Crawlspace) |
| Extras | Pool | Horse stable, creek, acreage |
Incoming Projects at the Farm
The home inspection highlighted several immediate repairs and desired upgrades:
- High Priority: Primary Bath Floor & Plumbing:
- Repair: Serious rot in floor under the shower. Needs structural repair ASAP.
- Upgrade: Relocate water heater from crawlspace to a bathroom closet.
- Upgrade: Replace existing 35gal tank with a high-capacity 85gal electric tank (to support Erin"s legendary hot showers).
- Front Door Threshold: Rot detected under font door. Requires sistering a 2x8 board to existing structure. (Contractor project: tight crawlspace access.)
- Back Deck: Poor condition; likely demolition and rebuild project.
- HVAC: Two units present; anticipated replacement needed in the near future.
- Outbuildings & Structures:
- Main Workshop: Large 30x40 detached space.
- Utility Shed: Small pre-fab shed (~8x12).
- The Stable: 20x30 open-sided structure. Needs roof maintenance.
Note: This timeline is subject to change based on standard real estate closing shenanigans. Stay flexible!