1. They Focused On Investing, Not Living
2. They'd Rather Have Experiences Over Mortgages
3. They Didn't Know How The Process Works
4. They Bought Out Of FOMO
5. They Didn't Run The Numbers Before They Bought
6. They Were Looking For Instant Results
7. They Underestimated The Work Involved
8. They Didn't Do Their Homework
9. They Felt Tied Down To One Location After Buying
10. The Home Didn't Fit Their Lifestyle
11. They Didn't Have Sufficient Education From An Agent
12. They Made One Or More Common Homebuying Mistakes
13. It Didn't "Feel Like Home"

Read the post at https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesrealestatecouncil/2018/09/10/13-reasons-first-time-homebuyers-may-regret-their-big-purchase/

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1. You're not flexible on the timeline
2. You don't have your paperwork squared away
3. You're asking for too many contingencies and concessions
4. You're requesting too many things be included with the home
5. You haven't expressed your love—for the house
6. You gave up after your offer was initially refused

https://www.realtor.com/advice/buy/reasons-why-your-higher-offer-wont-win-the-house/

Original post by Wendy Helfenbaum (@wendyhelfenbaum or LinkedIn)

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1. Millennials Have More Pets
2. Millennials Have More Digital Assets
3. Millennials Expect, but Won’t Receive, An Inheritance
4. Millennials Aren’t Getting Married

Read the post at https://anthonyspark.com/4-reasons-millen…han-baby-boomers/

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1. Daily: Ditch an indulgence or two
2. Weekly: Make deposits into a 'home savings' account
3. Weekly: Start attending open houses
4. Monthly: Do a trial run at homeownership
5. Monthly: Pay all bills on time
6. Yearly: Check your credit report

Read the post at https://www.realtor.com/advice/buy/habits-all-successful-home-buyers-have-in-common/

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1. Should my trustee be my spouse or child?
2. Should my trustee be my attorney, accountant or other trusted adviser?
3. Should my trustee be a bank or trust company?
4. Would having more than one trustee be my best option instead?

https://www.kiplinger.com/article/retirement/T021-C032-S014-how-to-choose-the-right-trustee-for-your-estate.html

Original post by Timothy Barrett (LinkedIn)

1. Any problem with the home’s foundation
2. Bad wiring and other electrical issues
3. Slow sewer lines
4. Black mold
5. Termites
6. DIY projects without proof of permit

Read it at https://anthonyspark.com/6-home-inspection-deal-breakers/

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1. Where Does the Potential Guardian Live?
2. What Are the Potential Guardian’s Religious, Political and Moral Beliefs?
3. What Do You Know About the Potential Guardian’s Parenting Skills?
4. How Old Is the Potential Guardian?
5. What Is the Potential Guardian’s Family Situation?
6. What Is the Potential Guardian’s Financial Situation?
7. Have You Asked the Potential Guardian If They’re Willing to Serve?

https://www.thebalance.com/how-to-choose-a-guardian-for-your-minor-children-3505435

Original post by Julie Garber (LinkedIn)

1. If You Haven’t Paid off Your House
2. If You Co-Signed Loans or Credit Cards
3. If You Racked up Unexpected Medical Bills
4. If You Help Foot the Utility and Grocery Bills Each Month
5. If You Pay Your Kid’s Daycare Bills or College Tuition

https://www.thepennyhoarder.com/smart-money/life-insurance-death-benefits/

Original post by Carson Kohler (@CarsonKohler or LinkedIn)

1. The Reading of the Will
2. Oral Wills
3. You Can Steal Inheritances
4. You Have to Pay Taxes if You Inherit Anything
5. Inheritances Can Come With a Catch

https://anthonyspark.com/5-legal-myths-about-wills-you-got-from-the-movies/

1. 3 times snowbirds should rent
2. 1. It's your first year flying south
   2. You're nervous about market volatility
   3. You're concerned about upkeep costs
3. 3 times snowbirds should buy
   1. You're ready to call someplace home
   2. You're thinking about your legacy
   3. You're able to qualify
4. Snowbird home-buying advice
   1. Get pre-approved before you go
   2. Find the right real estate agent
   3. Check if you can rent it out when you're not there

https://www.realtor.com/advice/buy/should-snowbirds-rent-or-buy-their-second-home/

Original post by Melinda Sineriz (@thatmelinda or LinkedIn)

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