How to Avoid First-Year Woes as a Homeowner

So you just got the keys to your new home—congratulations! I’ll never forget that feeling. Homeownership is one of the most rewarding experiences out there. That said, your first year as a new homeowner won’t necessarily be smooth sailing. You need a plan for when things go awry because something almost always does. Today I’m sharing a few tips and insights into how that first year of homeownership will most likely play out.

Cited below for your convenience are timestamps that will direct you to various points in the video. Feel free to watch the full message or use these timestamps to skip to topics that interest you most: 

0:22 — Something usually goes awry in the first year of homeownership, so you need a plan

1:20 — Save your money, and know where everything is located in the home

2:21 — Find a trustworthy handyman and get a home warranty 

2:54 — Expect tons of junk mail, and look for opportunities to turn neighbors into good friends

3:27 — Improvement projects will take time; patience is a homeowner’s second-best asset

4:11 — Mitigate eyebrow-raising expenses by running an energy audit in your home

5:05 — Notwithstanding the issues, homeownership is a truly rewarding experience

5:40 — Wrapping up today’s topic 

As always, feel free to reach out if you have questions about this or any other real estate topic. I’m happy to be a resource for you and assist with whatever buying, selling, or investing needs you may have.