By Suzannah Freeman

I’ve always loved looking at real estate. There’s just something about picturing yourself in different homes that opens your mind to the many different possibilities your future could hold.

A few days ago, I was looking at a local house advertised on the internet. The photos were inside shots only, of what appeared to be a completely renovated character home. The hardwood floors had been sanded and refinished, the walls had been painted a warm taupe, and the kitchen and bathroom cupboards were brand new. Seemed like a decent place.

Then I looked up the address using good-ol’-Google Maps, so I could see what this home looked like from the outside.

I was shocked. I double checked the address to be sure I hadn’t made... More...