Oof, feel you on the overwhelm!
For *what residential* options, I’d say avoid condos unless you’re cool with shared walls and rules (no grilling, ugh). Single-family is king if you can swing it—more freedom.
Backyards? Depends. Kids/pets? Maybe worth it. Otherwise, nah.
Areas: Check out up-and-coming spots near transit. My cousin snagged a steal near a future light rail line.
Tool rec: Realtor.com’s “First-Time Buyer” filter saves *so* much time.
For *what residential* options, I’d say avoid condos unless you’re cool with shared walls and rules (no grilling, ugh). Single-family is king if you can swing it—more freedom.
Backyards? Depends. Kids/pets? Maybe worth it. Otherwise, nah.
Areas: Check out up-and-coming spots near transit. My cousin snagged a steal near a future light rail line.
Tool rec: Realtor.com’s “First-Time Buyer” filter saves *so* much time.