Just read somewhere that a surprising number of people regret their home purchase within the first year because they overlooked stuff like neighborhood noise levels, hidden maintenance issues, or zoning changes. Made me think—when my cousin bought his place, he had no clue about the planned highway expansion nearby... now he's stuck with constant traffic noise. Um, kinda scary how easily you can miss something big like that. Anyone else got similar stories or tips on catching these sneaky details?
When I bought my place, I totally overlooked checking the street after dark. Turns out there's a super bright streetlamp right outside my bedroom window—didn't even cross my mind during daytime viewings. Anyone else had nighttime surprises pop up after moving in?
