As you shop for a home, you will need to decide if you are open to purchasing in a neighborhood with an HOA or not. This decision will impact your budget and daily life, so it is an important one. Let’s go over the pros and cons of an HOA, […]
What Makes a Good Starter Home?
A lot of homebuyers don’t start out purchasing their forever home. They buy a starter home, which is a modest property intended just to get on the housing ladder. Starter homes are typically small, with just 1-2 bedrooms. Their square footage may be under 1,500 in many cases, and they […]
How to Budget for Home Maintenance
When you budget for a new home, you probably think mainly about the cost of the mortgage. But there are some other sneaky costs to think about, like property taxes, HOA fees, and home maintenance and repairs. In fact, budgeting for home maintenance is especially tricky since there is no […]
