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A First-Time Homeowner's Guide to Budgeting for Maintenance and Repairs
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A First-Time Homeowner's Guide to Budgeting for Maintenance and Repairs

Learn the commonly cited rules of thumb, what they get right, and how to build a realistic annual home maintenance fund.

By Affordable Home Tips Editorial Team · Jan 12, 2025 · 8 min read

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