Tag: home ownership
10 Home Repairs to Leave to the Pros
December 8, 2022We live in an age of the empowered DIYer. While it’s great to save and put yourself up to a new challenge, there are innumerable reasons why we have home improvement professionals. CLICK HERE For 10 home repairs to leave …
How to Budget for Maintenance and Repairs When Buying a Home
December 7, 2022It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of buying a house. If you’ve been working toward the goal for some time now, you’re probably dreaming of getting the keys and settling into a place you can really call …
Factors That Impact Mortgage Pre Approval
November 26, 2022A Crucial First Step: Mortgage Pre-Approval Some Highlights Mortgage pre-approval means a lender has reviewed your finances and, based on factors like your income, debt, and credit history, determined how much you’re qualified to borrow. Being pre-approved for a loan can give you clarity while planning your homebuying …
Non-Financial Benefits of Homeownership
November 14, 2022The Emotional and Non-financial Benefits of Homeownership With higher mortgage rates, you might be wondering 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 …
The Long-Term Benefit of Homeownership
November 1, 2022Today’s cooling housing market, the rise in mortgage rates, and mounting economic concerns have some people questioning: should I still buy a home this year? While it’s true this year has unique challenges for homebuyers, it’s important to factor the long-term benefits of …
The U.S. Homeownership Rate Is Growing
October 18, 2022The U.S. Homeownership Rate Is Growing The desire to own a home is still strong today. In fact, according to the Census, the U.S. homeownership rate is on the rise. To illustrate the increase, the graph below shows the homeownership rate over the …
New Homes May Have the Incentives You’re Looking for Today
September 30, 2022According to the U.S. Census Bureau, this year, builders are on pace to complete more than a million new homes in this country. If you’ve had trouble finding a home to buy over the past year, it may be time to work with …
How Owning a Home Builds Your Net Worth
September 25, 2022Owning a home is a major financial milestone and an achievement to take pride in. One major reason: the equity you build as a homeowner gives your net worth a big boost. And with high inflation right now, the link between owning your home and …
