10 Hidden Costs of Buying a Home

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Houses are expensive

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More than upfront Costs

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Moving

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Furniture and Decor

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Closing Costs

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Insurance

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10 Hidden Costs of Buying a Home

Houses are expensive

According to Fool, the median home price in the United States is nearly $400,000!

More than upfront Costs

But unfortunately, that’s only the upfront cost of buying a home. Make sure you factor these ten hidden costs of buying a house into your budget!

Moving

Furniture and Decor

Closing Costs

Insurance

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