There’s no doubt that owning a home for the first time can be an exhilarating feeling. But ownership isn’t just clear skies and rainbows. It can also be an expensive and overwhelming responsibility.

To help minimize the negative aspects of first-time house owners, here are some home maintenance tips:

· Be prepared for your every need – Experts say that the simplest and most common home maintenance needs are sometimes the ones easily forgotten. Avoid problems by buying sets of basic tools that each season may need.

· Assemble your team of experts – As a first time owner, you need to have a list of professionals you can contact in times of need. Find local specialists through family members and friends.

· Have an emergency budget ready – Albeit the house is still under warranty, it’s always good to have a budget allocated for home maintenance emergencies and whatnot.

More home maintenance information for first-time owners can be read on this page.