It's pretty obvious to say that to become a homeowner in the current economic conditions takes some serious hard work. There is nothing quite like knowing that the huge part of your monthly wage is going towards your own home.
But being a homeowner also leaves you responsible for its upkeep and maintenance. That can soon become very expensive and some issues can lead to an even bigger strain on our purse strings.
Even those renting their home, should tell their landlord should they spot silverfish crawling around. The shiny silver insects, shaped almost like a teardrop, could be a sign of a very expensive problem, Yorkshire Live reports.