A house we are interested in buying, here in northern Germany, is constructed with a timber frame, "scandinavian style" as the agent put it.
From the look, outside or inside, you can't tell is not bricks and mortar.
I am rather disturbed by the facts that 1) neither the vendor nor the agent mentioned it, I learnt it by pure chance from a common friend, and 2) although the house is only 1yr old they want to sell already (the owner occupier is a pro musician, and they complain about a buzz in the house, it appeared very silent when we viewed it on a Sat afternoon).
After a little of Google research, I now wonder about 1) the future resale value, 2) and the natural danger like rot and termites.
I am not scared by the risk of fire.
Any of you has real knowledge about the pros and cons of wooden house compared to bricks and mortar?
Thanks,
PS I posted this same question elsewhere, apologies if you see it twice.