Here's a thought, cramped though it may be. I'd get a camper or trailer to live in untill I'd saved enough for the house I WANTED & not down size on that because of price. I'm in a camper till I fix my house, growing in the closet. Cramped, but doable. You're not your own boss when you rent. I wouldn't be able to stand landlords/inspectors invading my privacy.
- I'm sorry you were treated unfairly, but it may be a blessing in disguise if it leads to home ownership.
- Good luck!
Totally agree with home ownership being the best option. Unfortunately, I live and work in one of the most expensive urban areas in the country. I have a solid job but am not yet making the 6 figure salary needed to buy around here. I also don't have 100k laying around for a 20% down on a small condo. Grew up here and love the socal lifestyle, so not about to relocate. I'm also still paying off a student loan and 2 cars (I like cars).
I'm leaning toward renting for another 6-12 months after which I'll have my debt paid off and be in a much better place to buy. Looked at around today and saw some solid places for 1700-1900/month.
As far as landlords being ok with growing, I would never trust it. At the end of the day, as unlikely as it is, federal law still says that property can be confiscated if a tenant is found growing 1 single plant. It also depends on the scope of the grow. I would not be worried about small personal grows, but small commercial grows in an apartment will always be sketchy until federal laws changes, which is a long ways away.
Thanks for all the recommendations. I'm hoping to be outa here by end of September. Cleaning out an apt after being here for 10 years sucks.
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