Short answer: In older 55+ communities, many homes are right at the point of needing a new roof, and A/C systems work hard in Arizona summers. Greg always asks the age of the HVAC system and, most importantly, the age of the roof, so you can budget for replacement or negotiate before you buy.
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Why does the roof and HVAC age matter so much?
In older 55+ communities, many homes are right at the point of needing a new roof, and A/C systems work hard in Arizona summers. Greg always asks the age of the HVAC system and, most importantly, the age of the roof, so you can budget for replacement or negotiate before you buy.
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