Anyone live in the LA or San Diego area and own a house? Is it worth it?

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Lived there for 25 years but recently moved after realizing it didn't fit into our long term plans. We owned a tiny house the last 5 that wasn't near the beach and wasn't big enough for a family.

Worth it is going to depend on your budget and what you want. Southern California has its appeal, but you definitely pay for it. It wasn't worth it for us.

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Just bought one. Will report back in a few years

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If you don't plan on moving anywhere in the next 5 years or so, a house is usually worth it anywhere. Especially when you can get a 2.5% rate😉

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Just sold my condo and bought a house in San Diego. I think it’s worth it.

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