Buying a house is nothing
like buying a car. Not only does it cost more, you probably won’t
be trading it up every five years or so, the way many people do with
their vehicles. That’s why the house you buy today should not only
cater to your current needs but your future ones as well.
This maxim is especially
true for couples who presently don’t have kids, but would like to
have them in the future. If you’re looking for a house now, keep
these child-centric considerations in mind:
Size
In most cases, the
smaller the home, the smaller the price tag. However, it might pay to
get a bigger, albeit slightly more expensive, home today if kids are
in the cards. Buying a roomier house now spares you from the headache
of house hunting in the future with a baby or toddler in tow.
Neighborhood
When you’re happily
married with no kids, the perfect home is one near restaurants, bars
and other nightlife hubs. When you become parents, though, your
priorities change, and you’ll want a home in a very safe,
kid-friendly neighborhood.
Schools
It won’t be long until
your kids will be out of their diapers and into a school uniform. So
before you purchase a home, check if it belongs to a good school
district. Also, homes near reputable schools often have higher market
values—something you’ll appreciate if you eventually decide to
sell your home.
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