First-time home buyer here.
Saw a house I really loved, but
suspect it has unsealed asbestos
or cement board siding. The home was
built in the 20s and the boards
seem "rough" at the edges...like
you can see gray material that looks
like it could be flaked out with
a sharp device or just by picking
at it. Kinda reminds me of very thin
drywall. The material is not only
on the outside of the home, but also
on the enclosed porch walls. And, it's scaring the heck out of me! The
listing states "other" for siding
material, but on my agent's view it
said "asbestos". Any advice on what
this could be, and if FHA would approve
a house with unsealed asbestos or
cement board? I've attached an image
of the front of the home. It is
located in Minnesota. Thanks!
