<prompt> Human: Im 26, and the house is actually 730k but I have 200k in equity maybe 30k more. I did really well with the purchase of my first house 5 years ago buying it at exactly the right time.I know a home isnt considered a retirement asset in the traditional sense but will I be ok putting 25k in a 401k and the rest in the house?I live in a very high appreciation market and while I know home prices could fall at any moment, the location of the house within 2 miles of UTdowntown austin I think gives it a fair amount of protection.  <response>: Ive seen this a few times - people come here hoping someone will justify their potential purchase. Then when people dont agree with the decision, OP tries to keep bringing up points. Youre clearly just trying to talk yourself into buying the house and arent really looking for advice. If you were seriously seeking advice, you wouldnt be defending your potential purchase as much as you are. In the end, its your decision but it looks like your mind is already made up. 