Insider Discussion – How To Define Bedrooms
Insider Discussion – How To Define Bedrooms
Your listing says 4 bedrooms… but legally it’s 3? Watch out.
A bedroom without a window or closet might not meet code. If it’s not up to legal standards, disclose it — or face big problems at appraisal and inspection. Check out our blog at HoosierHomeListings.com for more.
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🚪 Your Listing Says 4 Bedrooms… But Legally It’s 3? Watch Out.
It happens more often than you think: a home is advertised as having four bedrooms, but one of those rooms might not legally count.
🛑 Here’s Why That’s a Problem:
For a room to legally qualify as a bedroom, it usually needs:
- An egress window (a safe exit in case of fire)
- A closet (in most markets)
- Proper size, heating, and finished walls
If a room doesn’t meet local building codes, it could cause major issues at appraisal, inspection, or even during a buyer’s loan approval.
Misrepresenting bedroom counts can:
- 🚫 Trigger a low appraisal
- 🚫 Jeopardize financing
- 🚫 Lead to contract disputes
- 🚫 Damage your credibility as a seller or agent
✅ What Should You Do?
If a room is functionally used as a bedroom but doesn’t meet code, disclose it clearly.
Example: “Three legal bedrooms plus a bonus room currently used as a fourth bedroom.”
Honesty keeps deals together and helps buyers (and lenders) make informed decisions.
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The consummate professional, Michael Archbold (Associate Broker, REALTOR, ePro) brings a diversified background to the world of real estate. Born and raised in Fort Wayne, Mike graduated Wayne High School in 1992. He received bachelors degrees in Accounting in 1997 from Indiana University and Information Technology in 2005 from Indiana Wesleyan University. Mike comes to Re/MAX with more than 20 years of experience in sales and accounting. He began his career in real estate in 2000 as an investor.
