Potentially welcome, Irishgirl3US, John W (sage) gave a pretty succinct breakdown of his expenses. Depending on the type of house and size, your financial obligations probably won't be similar. Your area of purchase will somewhat influence what your expenses could be. I've been here about 4 years, and was leery of expenses initially, but found out quickly you are better off than you think.
If you purchase in the northern portion of TV, your bond will be much lower or paid off, but you have an older house with potential home improvements or upkeep looming. A new house in southern portion will have a new bond attached to the fees, but worry free house issues for awhile. Potential younger crowd in the south with new purchase. As far as I can tell, taxes are not the same in the 3 counties TV cover. A concrete house does not need power washing as a wooden structure with vinyl siding. Lawn care is up to owner, mow on your own or outsource to one of many lawn maintenance crews (monthly fees vary).
Regardless, if you are moving down here and selling your northern home, you really should have no financial issues. Your mortgage company will make certain you can readily afford your mortgage. The other potential fees are not out of line. You will be fine.
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