Settled the new place!

Signed a Lease. So my girlfriend and I are finally moving in together, and have less time pressure to buy. And can take some time off from looking.

There was a house I really liked which I bid on yesterday. My parents and partner were with me, so I got a little advice along the way. It didn't work out because the other party was clearly willing to pay more. I stopped at around my limit. I drove the price up too! The place would have been really nice to live in but then, it needed some work too. Never mind, another will come along.

Got pre-approval for a loan. Inspections continuing tomorrow (will be week three).

I went to the bank yesterday to understand for how big a loan I’d be eligible. Not as much as I’d hoped but that’s how it goes! I got some useful information and should now think about what area I want to buy in and start looking.