There are many 50+ year old homes that are basically held up with thoughts and prayers. Many of the building methods and materials were very questionable. I wou

There are many 50+ year old homes that are basically held up with thoughts and prayers. Many of the building methods and materials were very questionable. I would not recommend buying an old house in the USA without a thorough inspection by someone who works on old houses regularly. Many are fine, many are death traps.