Ayla,
You might want to check the house hunting link I posted on this thread up a few posts. I paid a ridiculous amount when I bought my mobile home because my credit STANK. What surpirsed me the most when I started looking at houses is the mortgage on a really nice house is LESS than what I pay for a mobile home mortgage....plus the overpriced lot rent.
I was also surprised at all the new programs which enable you to buy a house without any money down! Closing cost are probably also less than the first/last/deposit most people spend on getting into a rental.
I understand about the dog. Don't hold your breath. My dog and cat and kids don't earn their keep either! LOL!
