A small home has some big advantages. It can feel cosy and intimate; you haven’t got a lot of space to heat or to decorate; and it is definitely better from a housework point of view. But a small home can have its drawbacks too and the scope of them will depend on your stage of life. If you are just setting out on the adventure of having your own place, there is probably just you (and maybe a significant other), and it’s likely you won’t have too much stuff and space won’t be a problem. ...