What would you be willing to sacrifice to save to buy a home?

For many homebuyers, the emotional benefits of buying a home are as important as the financial ones. Per the infographic below from Keeping Current Matters, 95% of first-time buyers say they are willing to make sacrifices to make it a reality… with new clothes, new car and social life at the top of the list. Travel is the top sacrifice for experienced buyers.

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Sharlene Hensrud, RE/MAX Results – Twin Cities Buyer's Agent

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