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Its a popular state with nice weather and plenty to do for all ages.

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But some parts of Florida can be pricey, both in real estate costs andcost of living.

According toRedfin, the median sale price for a home in Florida is $410,500.

Of course, that assumes you were paying outright for the entire cost of the home.

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Additionally, youll want to save up for upfront costs.

Say the average home in Florida will sell for $420,000 in five years.

If you plan to make a 10% down payment, youll need $42,000.

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you might plan to need an extra $30,000 for other expenses and an emergency fund for moving in.

you could make it easier on yourself by automating your savings.

That means transferring the monthly amount you gotta a dedicated account, perhaps a high-yield savings account.

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This can help you stay on track to buying that house in Florida in five years.

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