Whether you've gone back to renting for the sake of money saving or recently downsized to a more compact space, the idea of owning a home can be a big responsibility that may require more than you're willing to give. If you're considering jumping back into the fold of home ownership, here are a few things to contemplate before re-entering the market. Is It Affordable? Many people avoid home ownership for a long time because of the high cost of a down payments and the associated property taxes … [Read more...]