Monday, March 31, 2008
To Buy or Not To Buy?
So, I've been house hunting for the past month. I've seen some houses I would love, but couldn't reasonably afford and I've seen some that were downright scary. My husband discovered a house he likes this weekend. I think it's a nice house that's been maintained and is affordable. It's not a house I would have chosen, but it's nice. My dream house is just not out there. The dilemma...am I really a house owner. I don't like the yard work or repair work that a house entails. My game plan is to pay someone else to do it for me. A house means space and privacy for me. Something I desperately crave. But is a house a good option for me? I know many people know they want to buy a house. I wish I could be one of those people. I continuously think of other things I can spend my money on, such as traveling. Do others have this same internal debate? Do others own houses who don't like gardening and home repair? I hate being a renter, but I like having others do my maintenance for me. Is there a compromise I'm not aware of? I'd love to hear from others. We are debating whether to purchase this home my husband found. My internal war has no winning sides at this point. I need a few pointers. Help!!!
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3 comments:
Can you picture yourself making this house a home?
I wish you the best of luck. I bought a house several years ago. In many ways I love being a homeowner, but I also do not enjoy the maintenance. But, I've got to say, it was a great investment. In 9 years, that sucker will be paid off! Of course, by that time, we will likely need a bigger house to fit our growing family, which means a new mortgage. But at least I'll have a nice deposit and have less to borrow. I think whichever way you go, there are no easy answers. Sometimes being a renter again is awfully tempting.
Maybe a villaminium. You have the size and look of a house, and you are still responsible for repairs, but don't have the yard maintenance to worry about. There are nice ones around Georgetown, also in Lake Pointe Villas near Dupont. I'm sure there are others too.
Better yet, get a Harrison Sq. condo and then have all us baseball fans over on game nights!
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