Consider buying a multiple family dwelling. You can use the rent to pay part of your mortgage, taxes, and other expenses. I know a couple who did that and made out quite nicely. Also, buy in the best neighborhood you can afford even if the home is small and needs work. It's all about location. Good luck.
Lol, I know that house. It's pretty big. Tudor's aren't my thing. This is much more my thing:
It's about a mile up the road from my apartment. Unfortunately, it's not quite a "starter home". Lol
Wow! Pittsburgh has some big houses. Maybe one day.
Valkyrie raised a very good point about buying in a neighborhood that is improving or likely to improve in the near future. There can be a big payoff, but it can be risky so definitely do your homework.
I also agree with JenMarie that you should begin to get your finances and mortgage in order if you haven't done so.
It's about a mile up the road from my apartment. Unfortunately, it's not quite a "starter home". Lol
kddani, you just really, really blessed me. My daddy was one of the contractors on that house (and most of Nevillewood).
As for rental property, I did that for a while, and my mother still has some. I managed to find five of the world's worst tenants in the world whose best assets were owning king-sized water beds! If you're not handy, or have access to a handyman, rental property can be a real money pit!
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