There is one important piece of advice for buying real estate that most real estate agents won’t tell you.  Obviously, the higher the purchase price of a home, the bigger of a cut the real estate agent receives.  However, an agent with integrity will try to advise the home buyers to do what’s best for them and sometimes that means not buying a home that’s too expensive.  Of course it is possible to get a sizable home loan from the bank, however, there should be a limit for those who have a low income.

The best idea is to buy a home that fits more comfortably into your budget.  If you buy a home that’s financially out of your league, you will have to spend the rest of your life paying off the mortgage.

One reason that homeowners should aim for a low mortgage is that there are many other fees that go into owning a home.  Mortgage calculators can help couples and singles alike determine an appropriate price range.  You should be able to comfortably make a sizeable down payment.  Also, when buying a home, one should always prepare for a home inspection which can cost a few hundred dollars.  Others fees include an appraisal, loan and lender fees, and moving costs.

In addition to these fees, many homes include homeowners-association fees which can include monthly dues.  Then there are of course the costs of home maintenance and utility bills.  The electric and gas bills can add significantly to the overall cost of a home.