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February 20, 2026

I’m a money expert who’s bought 3 homes in 25 years—what I wish I knew from the very start

"So Money" host Farnoosh Torabi shares the biggest lessons she's learned buying three homes in the span of 25 years.

I’m a money expert who’s bought 3 homes in 25 years—what I wish I knew from the very start

TL;DR

  • A house purchase doesn't have to be your 'forever home'; it's okay to move as life circumstances change.
  • Work with a hyper-local real estate agent who understands the specific neighborhood market.
  • Determine your budget and borrowing power before you start looking at properties.
  • Focus on practicalities like having enough space, fitting your current needs, and staying within budget rather than finding a 'dream home'.
  • Buying a home is a personal choice based on what supports your current life, not what you 'should' do.

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