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Have you ever wished home- ownership came with a user’s manual? There’s only so much you can prepare for, whether you’re buying your starter home, forever home — or something in between. It’s all too common to face unexpected expenses, including on- going maintenance of your property with hidden added costs. In a new survey conducted in collaboration with OnePoll, TruGreen® found that nearly half of homeowners (44%) invested more money in their home during the first year of homeowner- ship than they expected.
To equip homeowners with more realistic expectations before purchas- ing a new home, TruGreen®, the nation’s leading lawn care provider, shares the top three lessons home- owners have learned.
HOME MAINTENANCE IS CRUCIAL, WILL COST YOU
No matter what type of home you buy — from fixer-uppers to move-in ready — you should expect some re- pairs and replacements, plus routine maintenance. While this will vary depending on your home’s age, size and condition, rest assured that most homes require regular care to help
prevent long-term (and potentially expensive) damage.
So, how much maintenance is re- quired when you purchase a home? In the survey, homeowners’ top expens- es during their first year as a home- owner were appliance replacements (56%), exterior repairs such as win- dows (53%) and major repairs like roofing (52%). Furthermore, when prioritizing maintenance, homeown- ers mainly focused on their home’s exterior, such as patios (42%) and their yard or lawn (39%).
Ensuring you have the means to handle unanticipated repairs and rou- tine maintenance before you buy will help prevent financial stress down the road.
INVESTING IN YOUR PROPERTY TO CREATE A HOME
When you first move into your new house, don’t get discouraged if you don’t initially feel like you’re really “home.” The homeowners surveyed spent an average of 2 1/2 years upgrading their homes before they were pleased with it. Despite the time and money they invested in the property — or perhaps because of it — nearly 71% of homeowners say they now feel like they’ve found their forever home.
Your house is more than just a place to call home, it’s also an invest- ment. And if it’s managed properly, your home can also provide a great return on investment.
Even the most prepared homebuyer will encounter surprise expenses after signing on the dotted line. According to the survey, the average homeowner has encountered about four surprises or unexpected costs within their first year of homeownership.
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