EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

My son once got stranded in the mountains and then an unexpected snowstorm hit. 

It is also completely free which I was surprised by, given the value. 

We changed everything, defied all odd's, shook the world itself.There is a story of history that a great Japanese military leader, when received the news of the great success of the attack on Peral Harbor, stood somber, silent, surprising all around him.

I'm surprised now that the landlord's wife kept answering the phone ;)

Sometimes the best opportunities come from unexpected places!

I am surprised wages are low considering that SA has some considerable industries.

Will the typical buyer be taken by surprise when they ask to be shown a house? 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Not surprising with the increase in rates and then banks unwillingness to help the little guy out.