17 "Never Again" Home Purchases And Splurges That Homeowners Regret

Recently, homeowners of the BuzzFeed Community shared the pricier home purchases they bought and eventually regretted, and some of them are surprising. Here are some of the home splurges that, whether you're a homeowner or not, might have you rethinking before spending your hard-earned money:

1."Marble floors. They are beautiful but a pain to maintain. They stain and scratch very easily, and you can only use special cleaners and mops to clean them."

2."Expensive gutter guards. We were swindled by a smooth-talking salesperson from a big company, but in reality, they sold the job to a local guy who would have done the work for a tiny fraction of the thousands of dollars we paid. And we still have water dripping from the gutters onto our heads when it rains. Don't make the same mistake! If you have lots of trees above your house, buy the cheaper plastic mesh from the local hardware store and DIY for next to nothing."

—Anonymous

3."We paid $10,000 for a Viking range 20 years ago, which came with a griddle and a grill. Even if the quality of the Viking hadn't required expensive fixes when almost every aspect of the stove or ovens broke, the fat from putting meat on the grill set off the fire alarm in the kitchen. The hood didn't capture the smoke well at all. I'm unsure any hood would. Do your research first so you know what you're getting yourself into."

4."Our regret was buying into an attached cluster home. We love the home and will probably stay here forever, but some people on the HOA board are power-mad. Our lawn service is crappy, and our attached neighbor takes care of nothing outside either."

—Anonymous

5."Remodeling our kitchen. My wife and I no longer cook except on the grill. We spent over $12,000 that could have financed a nice vacation."

6."A jetted tub. I always wanted one, and this one came with the house. It's nice to relax in, but I have to clean the jets first, which takes a while. Then, when I see the gunk that comes out of the jets — rust, mildew, and probably the remnants from the last bath — I usually decide to shower instead. Give me a plain soaking tub any day."

—maggiszczepanski

7."Hardwood flooring. No matter what you do to care for them, they scratch so easily. I prefer tile flooring."

8."Solar panels. For nine panels, I was told that we'd produce energy and actually get a check from the utility company. Our electric bill is about the same as before. Now, we have to pay a $110 bill for the next 25 years! We were told before financing that it would be $25,000, but now it's $43,000. It's a green scam."

—Kyle, 38, Colorado

9."Finishing the basement. We did it for resale and rarely used it."

10."Stainless steel wire railings. While they are beautiful and very functional, even the 'marine-grade' ones we bought for our coastal property must regularly undergo cleaning and coating to prevent rust and wear. Meanwhile, our redwood fences and posts are totally fine with an occasional stain touch-up. They were also easy to install, look great, and cost a lot less."

—Nathan, 40, California

11."Buying a home with not one but two wood-burning fireplaces. Due to local clean air ordinances, we can no longer use them. Now, they just take up a big area of space in our house."

12."Pools are money pits. The upkeep and bills around mechanical issues, electrical draw, chemicals, cleaning, and more...join a club or gym if you need a pool. Create a backyard oasis with a natural pond and fountain for birds and plants and such instead. Peace can be found for less stress!"

—Anonymous

13."Fake grass. It's more expensive and high-maintenance, and it gets stinky, especially if you have dogs. Natural grass is better, and certain types don't need much watering either."

14."Honestly, all stainless steel appliances. What's the point? Yes, they look fancier than white or black, but they're easily twice the price. New white appliances come with the same features, cost half the price, and don't show every single fingerprint."

—Ellie, Maine

15."I regret my granite countertops. They look great but require yearly sealant — which works poorly. Shortly after installation, I had back surgery and was down for a few days. I'd asked my family to wash a roast pan sitting by the sink, and when I finally made it into the kitchen, water from the sink had gotten under the pan and left a rust mark on the granite counter. Additionally, the bathroom granite started crumbling around the hidden sink edge. I spent all this money and can't wait to tear them out!"

16."I regret ever wanting a pot filler. The water in the line gets stale and tastes gross, and you still have to haul the dumb pot over to the sink and drain it. It's literally only useful if you're using it several times a week; otherwise, it's a liability."

—N, 40, Canada

17.Last but not least: "Custom horizontal blinds. They look great when new but require constant dusting and washing. There has to be a better way for light control and privacy."

I personally love stainless steel but to each their own! If you're a homeowner, what's a home purchase that you regret spending a ton of money on? If you want a chance to be featured in an upcoming BuzzFeed Community post, share it with us in the comments, or you can anonymously submit your experience using this form!

Note: Some submissions have been edited for length and/or clarity.