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Buying

The True Value of Homeownership

Buying and owning your home can make a big difference in your life by bringing you joy and a sense of belonging. And with June being National Homeownership Month, it’s the perfect time to think about all the benefits homeownership provides.  Of course, there are financial reasons to buy a house, but it’s important to consider the non-financial benefits that make a home more than just where Continue Reading

Buying

Keys to Success for First-Time Homebuyers

Buying your first home is an exciting decision and a major milestone that has the power to change your life for the better. As a first-time homebuyer, it’s a vision you can bring to life, but, as the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shares, you’ll have to overcome some factors that have made it more challenging in recent years: “Since 2011, the share of first-time home buyers has been under Continue Reading

Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]

  Key Takeaways Buying a Home May Make More Sense.  If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, there are a few things you should consider. Homeownership can help you escape the rising rent cycle, build wealth, and hedge against inflation. If you’re ready to take advantage of the benefits of homeownership, Continue Reading

Build Wealth

One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home

  One of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a significant way to build wealth and gain financial stability. According to Freddie Mac: “Building equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a critical part of homeownership that can help you create financial stability.” With spring approaching, now’s a great time to consider if buying a Continue Reading

Why It’s Easy To Fall in Love with Homeownership

  No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never changes—like the personal benefits it can provide. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of attachment because of the comfort it gives and also because it’s a space that’s truly yours. Meaning of Home Over the last few years, we’ve fully embraced the meaning of our Continue Reading

Benefits of Homeownership

The Emotional and Non-financial Benefits of Homeownership

  With higher mortgage rates, you might wonder if now's the best time to buy a home. While the financial aspects are important to consider, there are also powerful non-financial reasons it may make sense to make a move. Here are just a few of the benefits that come with homeownership. Homeowners Can Make Their Home Truly Their Own Owning your home gives you significant Continue Reading

Homeownership

Homeownership Long-term Benefits

  Today’s cooling housing market, the rise in mortgage rates, and mounting economic concerns have some people questioning homeownership. Should I still buy a home this year?  While this year has unique challenges for homebuyers, it’s important to factor the long-term benefits of homeownership into your decision. Homeownership Long-term Benefits: Equity and Continue Reading

Rent

Buying May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]

  New York City Guidelines Board NYC Rent Guideline Board sets a cap on how much a landlord may increase your rent annually. In June of 2022, the board set a 3.25% increase for one-year lease agreements and a 5% increase for a two-year lease agreement. This rental increase applies to all leases signed between October 2022 to September 2023. This means that if your current rent were Continue Reading

Coops and Condos

Consider Condos and Coops as Part of Your Home Search

  The historically low inventory over the past few years led to challenges for many buyers trying to find a home that met their needs and their budget. If you’re in the same boat, you should know the recent shift in the housing market may have opened up doors for you to restart your search. The inventory of homes for sale has increased this year, giving buyers much-needed Continue Reading

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