We've all heard that buying a home is 'The American Dream'. At some point or another, that same dream will have you wondering if you should've just kept renting. It might be that your water heater broker in the dead of winter, or one of your pipes burst. Maybe your HVAC unit quit working in July. It's going to happen! BUT, if you plan properly... and think ahead.... it'll be just another bump in the road. Here's what I'd tell my friends before buying a house:   Start By Preparing Your Finances.  Be... read more