Essay 5: Buy A House

The Situation:

• You have qualified to buy a house worth up to $250,000.
• You need to select your house in Delaware County. 

Things To Consider:

• Location
• Mortgage Payments
• Amenities
• Taxes 
• Schools
• Roads 

Research:

• http://realestate.delcotimes.com/default.asp
• http://www.philly.com/philly/classifieds/real_estate/
• http://www.co.delaware.pa.us/ (taxes and liens)

Write:

• Identify the house you bought.
• How much it costs.
• What your mortgage is and how you plan to afford it. 
• Why you bought the house.