“unexpected costs of homeownership that first-time homebuyers encounter”
Had a neighbor like that.
No idea how to take care of a yard or even much of a grasp on even basic home maintenance.....but they had those shiny cars in the driveway though.
And eventually the house went into foreclosure. SMH
Our middle daughter got married this summer and she and her husband bought a new house.
Both she and our eldest daughter are really good with tools and are unafraid to tackle any job around the house. I’m really proud of them for having learned those skills growing up. It’s important to teach your kids which end of the hammer to pick up.
I have a neighbor just like that today. Constant stream of “handymen” taking care of things and fixing things up. No clue about home ownership. They offered 19% above asking and I thought asking was insanely high.
Wife and I have running bet that house goes back up for sale in less than 18 months.