W2R
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It also helps if people who plan on living in a house over a condo or an apartment for most of their life learn how to do simple maintenance and repairs. If not, then expect to pull out the wallet or credit card every time something needs service.
That's a great idea too, although I must admit that in this economy, at least in my location, I find that if you look around you can find a handyman that knows what he is doing and is CHEAP. People need work, and handymen get discounts on parts that homeowners don't get. I don't think that most people save as much as they think they are saving, by doing their own work. The maintenance shouldn't cost much to begin with if you choose the house wisely with that in mind. Also a small house helps to keep maintenance down too.
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