We bought well below what we could afford, and we have stayed in our first home for 23 years. Paid it off in 15, have done many improvements, and the value has more than doubled. We will be moving to a different state this year and will be able to pay cash for our next home which we plan to retire in. We will still buy below our means. We won't mind a few improvements, but not to the extent of our first house. Your home can definitely work for you in regard to investing.
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