5 Smart Money Moves to Make Before Buying a Home

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make—right up there with deciding whether to splurge on the fancy guacamole at a restaurant. Unlike guacamole, though, a house comes with a lot more fine print and a much bigger price tag. So before you start mentally arranging furniture in a home you don’t own yet, let’s make sure your finances are actually ready for this adventure.