One thing I would recommend is to set your finances straight. When all the appropriate levels are tended to and you move in, you will want your home to be the center of your finances; so don't purchase anything you can't afford. Also make sure you clean up all other debt: car loans, credit cards, and school loans. You will need to set money aside for necessary equipment and repairs. Also, you might want to throw a bit of cash towards the principal whenever you get a chance; it's amazing how $100 dollars a month will accumulate over the years.
Also when house hunting, never settle for the first place you see.
Thanks for the advice. Financial side is very important! Is there a general rule of thumb for how much money I should set aside, just in case for repairs and upgrades to the house? Or at least, a list of common things that might break down within the first few years.
One thing I would recommend is to set your finances straight. When all the appropriate levels are tended to and you move in, you will want your home to be the center of your finances; so don't purchase anything you can't afford. Also make sure you clean up all other debt: car loans, credit cards, and school loans. You will need to set money aside for necessary equipment and repairs. Also, you might want to throw a bit of cash towards the principal whenever you get a chance; it's amazing how $100 dollars a month will accumulate over the years.
Also when house hunting, never settle for the first place you see.
Good luck and remember to take your time.
Thanks for the advice. Financial side is very important! Is there a general rule of thumb for how much money I should set aside, just in case for repairs and upgrades to the house? Or at least, a list of common things that might break down within the first few years.