ignored or compromised. Desires, on the other hand, can be left behind if the situation demands it. You need to make a clear distinction between what your needs are and which items you would classify as desires. No matter how many desires you have unfulfilled now, they can be worked on later. A pool can be added, and paint colors can always be changed..
A NOTE ABOUT PETS
Consider your pets in your home shopping. Home buyers who are pet owners have specific requirements — they must provide for their pets. A third of millennial-aged Americans (ages 18 to 36) who purchased their first home (33%) say the desire to have a better space or yard for a dog influenced their decision to purchase the home, according to a survey conducted online by Harris Poll, on behalf of SunTrust Mortgage. Dogs ranked among the top three motivators for first-time home purchasers and were cited by more millennials than marriage/upcoming marriage, 25%, or the birth/expected birth of a child, 19%. My wife and I have a standard Schnauzer and Westie. I can direct you to some awesome dog parks if that is something you do. It’s essential that the neighborhood in which you’re going to buy a house has no restrictions on pets (there's not many here) — or livestock if that’s something you desire. We have a variety of areas allowing chickens, etc. What about goats, sheep, or llamas? Have you always wanted fresh eggs from your own chickens? Include your animals in location planning. If that is a think for you, I love it, and I can help. Some pet owners choose wood or other hard flooring, not wanting to risk pet damage or odors.
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