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does it actually make sense to wait another year before buying

PapamoaPlanner·12/03/2026·15 views·2 replies·Partner answered
everyone has an opinion on this but i genuinely can't tell if waiting will help me or hurt me. how do you even think through that decision?

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Dustin LindaleVerified Partner previewHelpful answer preview5/04/2026

Yeah this is one of those questions where everyone’s got a strong opinion… but it really comes down to your situation. There’s no perfect “right time”, it’s more about whether it makes sense for you both financially and mentally. A big part of it is just your readiness. Buying a home is a pretty big commitment, so you want to feel comfortable with: - the repayments - having less flexibility with your money - and...

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