<prompt> Human: Im 19 years old graduated high school last year and am currently living at home. I have been working in a welding shop steadily and make 15 dollars and hour with 10 hours of overtime a week. I dont know what route I should go with saving money for a house. I have two reliable vehicles that I pay the insurance on, but other than that I have no bills. I have 2,600 saved up currently, and am trying to save at least 500 a week. Is there anything that I should be doing differently?  <response>: At the age of 19 youve got a long working career ahead. The best investment you can make now is increasing your income potential. Houses are a great thing, that said buying very young is tricky. The break even period on buying a home is 7 years plus. Think back to being 12 and remind yourself how much can change in 7 years. Id spend that money learning a trade or otherwise increasing your income potential with coursework at a local tech school or other program. 