Aiming for a monthly payment no more than 30% of their gross income, having 30% of the home's value in savings, and ensuring the home price isn't more than 3x their annual income.
They also looked into some financial "safety nets" to help them budget: understanding the home buying process
Once upon a time, Sarah and Leo were tired of their cramped apartment and noisy neighbors. They dreamed of a place with a backyard for their dog and a kitchen where they could actually open the dishwasher and the fridge at the same time. They decided it was time to buy their first home. Aiming for a monthly payment no more than