Why newer home don't had Basement ?

Question

Is it good or bad having a basement in los angeles area, the home is around 20's will it be okay in earthquake, does having a basement boost or decrease the home value?

Answer 1

depends on the size of the house and whether it is a bungalo or if it is a raised bungalo... if it turns your house into three floors then it is worth more... However if you have a basement and live in a bungalo a raised bungalo is worth more money that a regular bungalo!

hope this helps!

Answer 2

I live in western Pennsylvania, and most homes have basements here.  However, my mother-in-law lives in North Carolina and she doesn't.  The only way that I can see a basement increasing a home's value is if it is finished and can provide more living space.

Answer 3

The more space...The more it is worth.

Answer 4

if the land is somewhat wet then you couldn;t or shouldn't have a basement because it will flood and be humid.  basements give you more space but can cause the foundation of a house to fall in an earthquake

Answer 5

My daughter and I would never choose a home without a basement! In Austria, the basement is the most sacred part of the house.