When it comes to home ownership, there is a growing gap between desire and reality. On the one hand, there are still financially strong buyers who, with the support of family and friends, make the leap into their own home. On the other hand, many citizens can no longer finance themselves with their own savings and with a reasonable monthly rate of interest and repayment. If you are still thinking about a purchase, you should keep several factors in mind. WELT explains what is important.