I figure it’s about time I got a place of my own. Rather than throw my money away by renting, I’ve decided to step up the plate and be a homeowner. I’ve a good nestegg built up with savings and I think with some budgeting and a steady job, I could live comfortably as a homeowner.
So I have been shopping around on the net and driving around looking for houses. I’ve formulated in my mind a list of things which are a must have for my home:

• The home must be in Mt. Juliet or Wilson County. Davidson County taxes are just way too high. Plus all my family and friends are in MJ
• 3 Bedroom, 2 baths. Of course if it had more bedrooms and baths and still fit my price range, it would be a plus.
• A small yard: small enough to mow with a push mower and get all the yardwork done within an hour or two. I definitely do not have time to worry about a prestine lawn. I’d much rather be worried about more important things.
• The house should be at the most only 10 years old or less. Newer houses have less maintenance issues. I am definitely not a Home Depot shopper and need to stay away from good fixer-uppers.

Of course there are some good pluses to this home search including:

• Walk in closets
• A range with a smooth top. (Easier to clean that way).
• A bar with the kitchen (not necessarily because I like alcohol. I would just like to have somewhere to put bar stools.
• A one car garage is good to have. Good place to put lawn equipment. Garages are pretty standard with houses these days.

Not meaning to jump the gun, but I have been looking at furniture just to get an idea of what I’d like. I’ve found it is expensive. Most of the stuff is pretty ugly anyways. I am just not into that high class stuff. Give me a basic sofa and chair and I’d be happy.
I’d need a bedroom suit and a living room suit (sofa, coffee table, and chair). There are a few other amenities which I’d like to have including a big gaudy picture of Elvis over the fireplace. I can dream, can’t I?
I think buying a house will help me to grow more independent and build up more self esteem which I am lacking right now. Too many times, well meaning people tend to live in the shadow of their parents. It’s time for me to step up and step out.