The Money Pit

Walter and Anna, the main characters were living where at the beginning of the movie?

• in a motel

• In the former apartment that Anna shared with her ex-husband

• in a hotel

Why was Walter broke?

• He was a gambler.

• He was a lawyer.

• He had been paying his father's debts.

What causes Walter and Anna to have to move immediately?

• Anna and Walter are evicted.

• Anna's ex-husband returns as per agreed to she would leave.

• Walter quits his job.

Walter hires Jack as his realtor, where was Jack previously?

• overseas

• in a church

• in jail

What was the first "red flag" that something was wrong with the house?

• It was a million dollar house being sold for $200,000.

• The house was over priced for it's condition.

• The house was in a bad neighborhood.

What's the first step in picking a reputable real estate agent?

• Ask for references

• How many houses have they sold

• Are they full time or part time

Before you buy a house, what should you make sure is in "good standing" in order to get a good interest rate on a mortgage loan?

• Your job

• Your credit

• Your grades

Another scene of fore-shadowing was when Anna commented when she arrived at the house. What did she say?

• "Why would anyone sell this?"

• "How much was this house?"

• "Something must be wrong, it's beautiful!"

Why was the lady selling the house?

• the house was too big

• her husband died

• her husband Carlos left her and she needed the money

Should you make a quick decision on a house based on the homeowner's demands?

• Yes. The house might be someone else's if you don't move quick.

• No. You need to make an educated decision based on financing, home inspection, etc.

• No. Homeowner's must follow the process of selling their home.