Buying Myths

The Difference Between Renting and Buying a Home   Some Highlights _x005F_x0001_When deciding between buying a home or renting, think about these three important factors. _x005F_x0001_Buying a home means avoiding rising rents, owning a tangible and valuable asset, and growing your wealth over time. _x005F_x0001_If you’re ready to enjoy...

Growing Your Net Worth with Homeownership   Take a moment to imagine where you want to be in a few years. You might be thinking about your job, money, wanting more stability, or goals you want to reach soon. Is homeownership a part of that vision? If it is, you should know owning a home has a whole lot of financial benefits. One of the many reasons to buy a home is that...

The Latest Expert Forecasts for Home Prices in 2023   Are you thinking about making a move? If so, all the speculation that home prices would crash this year may have you feeling a bit on edge about your decision. Let the data and the experts reassure you. Prices aren’t in a downward spiral and will actually finish the year strong. Even though you may have heard talk that...

How Homeowner Net Worth Grows with Time   Some Highlights _x005F_x0001_If you’re thinking about buying a home this year, be sure to consider the long-term financial advantages of homeownership, like home equity. _x005F_x0001_On average, people who bought homes 32 years ago have seen their home’s value nearly triple over that time. _x005F_x0001_If...

Are You a Homebuyer Worried About Climate Risks?   The increasing effects of natural disasters are leading to new obstacles in residential real estate. As a recent article from CoreLogic explains:  “As the specter of climate change looms large, the world braces for unprecedented challenges. In the world of real estate, one of those challenges will be the effects of...

Understanding the Benefits of Owning Your First Home   Are you considering buying your first home? If so, it can be helpful to know what led other people to make that decision. According to a recent survey of first-time homebuyers by PulteGroup: “When asked why they purchased their first home recently, the answer was simple: because they wanted to. Either the desire...