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Condo vs House Comparison

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Compare the financial and lifestyle differences between buying a condo and a house.

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HOA fees can significantly impact affordability — a $500/month HOA fee costs $180,000 over 30 years. However, it covers exterior maintenance you'd otherwise pay out of pocket. In high-cost markets (Manhattan, Miami Beach, San Francisco), condos are often the only viable ownership option.

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