How I Bought A House At 19 While Making $24k
It’s extremely difficult to get through life without comparing yourself to other people, or measuring how much of an “adult” you are by whatever milestones you’ve hit. Things like going to college, finding a partner, settling into your career, buying property, having kids — it’s so tough not to feel like we’re supposed to do each of these things by a certain age. But guess what? Our decisions are entirely our own. If you want to go after a non-traditional career, be single by choice, or stay a lifelong renter, that’s entirely your prerogative.
But it may often be the case that we don’t aim for certain milestones because we don’t think they’re accessible to us. Case in point: home ownership seems like a pipe dream for many young people in this country. But, if you do some research and put in some planning, it may be a more achievable goal than you think. On the most recent episode of The Lifestyle Fix, Tasha walks us through how she bought her first home at a super young age, while only making $24,000 a year. Of course, she had some options available to her that wouldn’t apply to everyone, such as a VA loan thanks to her service in the armed forces. But there are also options for other first-time homebuyers, and she has a lot of great information that could apply to others aiming for the property ownership life. Head over to the TFD YouTube channel to check out the full video!
The idea that property ownership must follow a rigid timeline often obscures the more important truth that access is shaped by knowledge, preparation, and the confidence to explore alternatives. Stories like Tasha’s show how understanding available pathways, budgeting creatively, and asking the right questions can turn what feels impossible into something tangible.
While not everyone will qualify for the same programs, the broader lesson is that first-time buyers benefit enormously from guidance that helps them see options they might otherwise overlook, from financing structures to long-term planning strategies. Working with professionals who prioritize education and clarity can make the process feel far less intimidating, and Southland Brokers reflects that approach by helping buyers navigate property decisions with transparency and foresight. When milestones are reframed as flexible goals rather than fixed deadlines, ownership becomes less about comparison and more about choosing a path that aligns with individual circumstances and values.
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