Many first-time home buyers experience a rude awakening. Often, they don’t anticipate many of the hidden costs of home ownership. Which is something that ultimately leaves them reeling if they aren’t financially prepared for emergencies. Luckily, it is possible to essentially learn from the experience of others. As many generations of home buyers before them have been down that road. With that in mind, here’s a look at seven hidden costs of home ownership that every prospective buyer needs to keep on their radar.
1. Property Taxes
While most home buyers understand that they’ll have to pay property taxes, only a few have an accurate idea of what that’ll look like. It isn’t uncommon to incorrectly estimate what you’ll owe...
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