June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a great time to consider the benefits of owning your own home. … [Read more...] about Top Reasons To Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Rent vs. Buy
Buying a Home Is Still Affordable
The last year has put emphasis on the importance of one’s home. As a result, some renters are making the jump into homeownership while some homeowners are re-evaluating their current house and considering a move to one that better fits their current lifestyle. Understanding how housing affordability … [Read more...] about Buying a Home Is Still Affordable
Americans Find the Nonfinancial Benefits of Homeownership Most Valuable
Homeownership is a foundational part of the American Dream. As we look back on more than a year of sheltering in our homes, having a place of our own is more important than ever. While financial benefits are always a key aspect of homeownership, today, homeowners rank the nonfinancial and personal … [Read more...] about Americans Find the Nonfinancial Benefits of Homeownership Most Valuable
6 Foundational Benefits of Homeownership Today
Over the past year, our homes have become an integral part of our lives more than ever. They’re much more than the houses we live in. They’re our workplaces, virtual schools, and safe havens that provide shelter, stability, and protection through the evolving health crisis. Today, 65.8% of Americans … [Read more...] about 6 Foundational Benefits of Homeownership Today
Why Owning a Home Is a Powerful Financial Decision
In today’s housing market, there are clear financial benefits to owning a home: increasing equity, the chance to build your net worth, and appreciating home values, just to name a few. If you’re a renter, it’s never too early to think about how homeownership can propel you toward a stronger future. … [Read more...] about Why Owning a Home Is a Powerful Financial Decision
Turning a House into a Happy Home
We talk a lot about why it makes financial sense to buy a home, but more often than not, we’re drawn to the emotional reasons for homeownership. … [Read more...] about Turning a House into a Happy Home
The Difference a Year Makes for Homeownership
Over the past year, mortgage rates have fallen more than a full percentage point, hitting a new historic low 15 times. This is a great driver for homeownership, as today’s low rates provide consumers with some significant benefits. Here’s a look at three of them. … [Read more...] about The Difference a Year Makes for Homeownership
The Cost of Renting Vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
The percentage of income needed to afford a median-priced home today is declining, while that for renting is on the rise. … [Read more...] about The Cost of Renting Vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
