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Once you become a homeowner, your expenses don’t stop at your monthly mortgage and utility bills. You’ll also need to cover home maintenance and repairs, too — and the latter aren’t easy to predict.

BROKEN ARROW, Okla. — Owning a home comes with lots maintenance. The yard needs upkeep. You need to paint inside and out. Carpets need cleaning. The HVAC system and water heater need annual servicing.