How to Buy a House in the Bay Area without a Gazillion Dollars

“Can I ever afford the home I want in the Bay Area without having a gazillion dollars?” “Can I ever afford the home I want in the Bay Area without having a gazillion dollars?” Even with a six-figure income, buying a home can feel unaffordable.

Our Family Spending Rules

Our Family Spending Rules Our Family Spending Rules: On a recent 4-hour drive up the California coast, Lisa and I conducted a deep dive of our budget.