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The Rule Of 3 When Buying A Home (VIDEO)

These tips are right on the money.

The Rule Of 3 When Buying A Home (VIDEO)

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When it comes to buying a home, there are many factors to consider and the decision is likely not going to be an easy one.

In this episode of All Things Money (ATM), host Nicole Victoria provides her advice for being successful with regards to purchasing a property.

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One major component the Money Coach highlights is the importance of separating what is nice to have against what is a must-have.

In order to help navigate the tradeoffs, Victoria utilizes a rule-of-three system, using the factors of price, size and style, and location where "what the rule says is that you get to be sticky on two out of those three things."

For more on this and other money-related tips and advice, check out the full ATM series here.

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