Counting the True Price: The Secret Expenses of Having Your Own Home

Buying your first home is very exciting, but are you sure you are ready? There are more responsibilities and expenses when you make the switch from a tenant to an owner than you might imagine. You will need to budget for property taxes, HOA fees, homeowners’ insurance, maintenance, yard work, and many more costs that you might not expect. Some of these expenses can be substantial and very unexpected, but they will have to be paid when you own the home. We take a look at the hidden costs of homeownership that you need to know about before you decide buying is the right option for you.