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SW-User
I spoke with an expert and she says to remain put and save, increasing the amount I could ultimately put toward a down payment. Borrowing is the killer.

Thanks to all for answering.
Greathands01 · 61-69, M
@SW-User Often housing values will increase faster than you can save. Have the expert do a comparison chart to show appreciation vs. saving.
SW-User
@Greathands01 I'll just wait until I can manage a 25% down payment.

Selah · Best Comment
Talk to a professional
PoizonApple · 41-45, F
Homeownership is not all it's cracked up to be
Byron8by7 · M
@PoizonApple

I agree. Repairs that require professional work get to be very expensive very quickly. You are at the mercy of the market when you go to sell. There is always something that needs to be fixed.
SW-User
real estate is still a very good investment, especially at your age. you don't have to live the rest of your life in that house.
Moosepantspatty · 31-35, M
Monster is right though, if you can take a portion of that money and purchase something small that you can rent out, thats the way to go.
SW-User
@Moosepantspatty I don't want to be a landlord. Maybe a shop owner or something.
monster007 · 46-50, F
if its enough for u buy another apartment 2 rent...
SW-User
Giv it to the people
SW-User
@SW-User The people?
SW-User
@SW-User yes
Moosepantspatty · 31-35, M
Save, save, save!
Kumbayakid · 61-69, M
The downside to renting is that you don’t build any equity. But it all comes down to what you value more: equity or mobility. Buy some wine too. Lots of wine.
SW-User
That's for you to figure out, buying a house comes with a bunch of expenses you are unaware of
Tminus6453 · M
Always own, rent is pissin money down the toilet
SW-User
@Tminus6453 Even if the rent is low and I'm saving faster than prices go up?
Tminus6453 · M
@SW-User Rent is paying for someone elses mortgage
lovingdead · 31-35, M
what do you do?
SW-User
@lovingdead White collar work
lovingdead · 31-35, M
@SW-User do you enjoy it?
SW-User
@lovingdead Mostly
Greathands01 · 61-69, M
Buy rental property.
vetguy1991 · 51-55, M
I already own my home
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Byron8by7 · M
@waleskinder

" ... cuntal realtor bitches ..." - I know exactly what you mean!

 
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