08/09/2026
I didn't get into my first home the way you'd picture it.
My sister and I bought it together, with our husbands.
It wasn't glamorous, and it definitely wasn't the plan I grew up picturing. But it meant we got into the market years earlier than we would have otherwise, and it gave all four of us a much stronger start than going on it alone ever would have.
It wasn't the "normal" path. It was just the smart one for where we were at.
If you're struggling to get into the market, sharing with a friend or family member is an option you could explore.