conv: One of my friends recently bought a house. I really wish I could afford a house. One of my friends recently bought a house. I really wish I could afford a house. Wow that is great for your friend! and don't stress it_comma_ we are still young and have plenty of time to save up for a house! I'm starting to feel like I will never be able to afford a house. They're just so expensive. And the market has been going up here about 5% a year for the past 10 years. Wow that is crazy_comma_ I know how you feel_comma_ the best solution is to probably find a cheap place to rent out until it is possible to buy one. 