<prompt> Human: My family of three will most likely become a family of 5 in the next five years. Were sick of renting and interested in buying our first home. I understand the buy vs. rent debate. Does it make any financial sense to buy a starter home now as a start to investing in a more long-term home? Does that question make sense?  <response>: Depends on if you can afford it. Whats your income and expenses, how much is a dream home, how much is a starter home? Generally you consume as much home as you need, like toothpaste. 