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Benefits of Home Ownership

February 12, 2020 by KIM KISSINGER Leave a Comment

The decision to purchase a home is exciting and a major investment for your future. Because there is only so much of it to go around, real estate is the top choice for many investors and the desire for most families. This article is designed to highlight some of the many benefits of home ownership and how buying a home can often turn the dream into a reality. 

Renter Versa Home Ownership

One of the most profitable markets in real estate is rentals, which means that many families are paying to live in a home that isn’t their own. In some cases, renting a home is necessary. For all others, the money that would be spent on rent could instead be used to pay a mortgage. In fact, monthly rent payments often exceed that of a typical mortgage payment. One of the greatest benefits of home ownership is putting money into something that you can call your own and knowing that the monthly payments are going toward your home’s equity. 

Sound Investment

Speaking of equity, many properties experience a growth in value as more development moves into the area or the economy strengthens through an increase in job opportunities. If this happens, home values soar and owners can bask in the glory of their newfound profit. When you purchase a new car, it depreciates the moment that you drive off of the lot. When you buy a home, however, it has the potential to appreciate year after year. There are few things in life that can offer you a return above and beyond your original purchase price, but a home can. 

Freedom

When you own a home, you will enjoy the freedom of decorating and making any changes that you choose without needing the permission of a landlord or property owner. In addition, you may even be able to use your home’s equity to finance some needed improvements and/or repairs. In some cases, these changes may even increase the value of your home. An upgraded kitchen or bathroom, hardwood flooring or an additional room are examples of changes that could result in added value. 

In addition to providing yourself and your family with a feeling of stability and permanence, home ownership can also help strengthen your credit profile through timely mortgage payments and a steady financial history. 

When you’re ready to see if now may be the time to buy your first investment, or perhaps a rental property, I’d be happy to assist and answer any questions you may have. Contact Kim Kissinger @ Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty.

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About KIM KISSINGER

Caring and connecting with my clients is the most important aspect of my job. When you make the important decision to buy or sell a home, I am committed to going the extra mile to ensure that all your needs in and around a particular neighbourhood are successfully met in a professional and honest manner. You will find me to be an enthusiastic, concerned, and honest professional with a genuine commitment to providing unsurpassed Real Estate SERVICE.

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