House Dating Sucks. Here’s How To Make It Suck Less.

Doll House by The Shopping Sherpa - Used under Creative Commons

Doll House by The Shopping Sherpa – Used under Creative Commons

Husband and I looked at buying a home a few years ago, before we got married. The home inspection fell through, and it was really difficult to let it go. Looking back, it was the right decision and we’d have been kicking ourselves now if we had bought it. We settled into a beautiful rental, where we had our wedding reception, and where we have spent many happy days.

This year, because of the low housing prices, and because we would love to start paying ourselves rent instead of a landlord, we’re trying again. And can I just tell you that I do NOT have the stomach for house-hunting. For me, it’s nerve-wracking, emotional, and stressful. It’s like dating:

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