Did you ever notice that the place you're renting is kind of bland? The walls are all the same color. The place next door is distinguished from yours by a different number and little else. The only personalization of the place is that your name is on the mailbox. Have you ever waked in the morning, looked around, and forgotten that you're no longer in a college dorm? You're in the Land of the Bland, and the only way out is to make a decision for your individuality.
The reason for the blandness is simple. Your living space has to be interchangeable with virtually anyone who uses it after you're gone. Quick turnover is an economic necessity, and anything that makes the place look either different or like it belongs to you will delay turnover when you leave. Rental housing is temporary housing, and that's just fine if you need temporary housing.
Maybe you're in temporary housing because you're broke, and you can barely scrape enough together to make the rent payment. It may be an effort, but at least it keeps you from having to move in with relatives. Keep struggling and striving for a better situation. With a little perseverance and self-discipline, things will improve for you. I know, I've been there.
Maybe you're in temporary housing because you are expecting a transfer or pursuing a job change that could involve relocation. Temporary housing is the place for you. You're effectively living out of a suitcase, but you have good reason for that.
Maybe you're in temporary housing because you can't decide whether you're a winner or a loser. Guess what? If you can't decide, you are a loser. I don't mean that as an assault on your character, but you are losing time to enjoy a lifestyle upgrade by staying in temporary housing. Lost time is irreplaceable.
You may feel that you're not comfortable making a mortgage payment yet. Too late, you're already making a mortgage payment, but it's on behalf of the landlord. By the way, he told me to thank you, and be sure the next payment is in his hands by the first of the month. You're worried about the major commitment that leaving temporary housing involves. Well, if you think about it, life is a major commitment for anyone who is living to their potential.
It is true that buying a home is going to be a major commitment for you. It is going to change your life, and that's going to be in a good way. It's not a change to fear, but it must be done in a deliberate, well considered way. Start with a call to arrange a convenient time to meet me for a feasibility and buying strategy session. It costs you nothing but your time.
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