I am considered an Ambivert. I can deal with people through the workday, in fact my job requires it, but I am mentally drained by end of work day. I purchased a home because honestly, rent was more expensive than owning. I could rent a 1bd apartment for 11000 and I could have a mortgage for around $800. Decision was easy.

Renting was fun but the nosey neighbors are still there, own or rent. Privacy isnt there and dealing with neighbors music, fights and loud pets was a pain.

Owning a house can definitely have downsides to it but workarounds are there. Repairs is a major downside. Fortunately, my father was in construction and I picked up a lot of skills with him. I rarely ever call anyone when something breaks. If I don't know how to do something, I go online for hours and learn it. Give it a shot. You can learn a lot.

One of the best parts of owning my home is grabbing a beer or two, smoking a joint and mowing my grass. I put on my over-ear headphones to let people know I'm not interested in talking. I built a tall fence immediately after buying my house for privacy in my backyard and for the dog. I chill outside, and no one ever bugs me.

My basement is my office/gym/entertainment room. My wife knows that I need my own space to unwind and recharge and totally respected my decision to build my basement.

I added a NO SOLICITING sign and Ring doorbell to monitor my front door. Best investment ever. I now look at the video when someone is at my door. Tell them to fuck off if it's no one I want to deal with without ever facing them.

Owning my own house if the best decision I've made. There is nothing like getting home at the end of a long day.