Not to be dramatic but this is how you'll go house poor in 2026

I see this all the time. Someone’s earning good money, feels secure, buys a property… then 12 months later they’re stressed, overcommitted, and questioning whether they made the right move. Not because they failed. Because nobody helped them plan properly. Most people make the same mistakes: • Borrow right up to their limit • Only budget for the mortgage repayment • Use every dollar they’ve got just to get the deal done • Rush through the process without proper checks • Buy based on emotion instead of logic The people who stay in control usually do a few things differently: • Keep their housing costs manageable • Factor in all the extra costs including rates, insurance, maintenance, everything • Keep money aside after settlement • Never skip due diligence • Make decisions with a long-term strategy in mind A property should put you in a stronger position long term…. not leave you constantly under pressure. #property #wealth #money #invest #mindset