How do you decide which type of home best suits your needs? To help you decide we have listed the advantages and disadvantages of each type below.
Condos
Condos are pretty basic. You pay one fee to your condo association and all of your outer maintenance and lawn care are handled. The yard, roof, and pool, if your neighborhood has one, are not your responsibility. Younger couple who don’t have children, single people, and retirees find that this will make their lives much more easy. Sometimes they are also great starter homes. When we were living in Tucson, Arizona, for example, two bedroom houses started at $160,000, but a two bedroom condo could be bought for $80,000. Keep in mind though, that in some areas condos will cost more than houses. Be sure that you are okay with all of the rules of the condominium before you buy, because they will have rules.
A Single Family Home
For couples with children, the traditional family home is generally the ideal option. Family homes come in a variety of styles, but whichever style appeals to you, you will want to ensure that there is ample space for all members of the family, and the children could benefit from a yard to enjoy outdoor activities. A single family home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, provides the benefit of being the most in demand when you get ready to sell. Although, you may have to put a lot of money into maintaining your “regular” home as they can sometimes require a lot o work, which is one disadvantage.
Houses in Town
The fact that our current home is over 100 years old does not sit well with me. People are so fascinated by older homes, they are nice, but I do not see why. Usually, the houses near the center of a city or town are much older, which is one of their problems. However, being close to the center of things allows you easy access to downtown areas. We live here to be within walking distance. Even within a short walking distance there are grocery stores available. We love the lifestyle of being in town.
Suburb houses.
In the suburbs you get newer homes and room for the kids to play. Some suburban areas are a haven for those looking to escape city crime rates. If it is a nice subdivision, you can expect decent appreciation over time as well. Some negatives associated with suburban life are that you can expect to spend a substantial amount of time, on work around the house and yard, in order to maintain it’s condition, and you will also have to manage a commute to your employment and shopping. You may want to consider those extra miles now that gasoline is getting so expensive.
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