That's why my wife and I bought our places that we could easily afford.
Now I have the place I bought rented out, so I break even on that, and once we get our condo sold, we will be in the market for another house. This is the time to BUY BUY BUY.
We just can't decide on the price range though. I know I want at least a 3 car garage, 1+ acres, fairly modern build, 2200+ sq ft (it's only the two of us, so don't really "need" more than that), full basement we can finish into a theater room. I think she wants a big master suite and BIG closet, and at least 3 bedrooms/2.5 baths. North Franklin/South Delaware area. Haven't found anything yet that hasn't been a rip-off.