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Why You Should Buy Instead of Rent

Reblogger Bob Crane
Real Estate Agent with Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified #1 in Forest Land Mgmt

Buying rather than renting is a choice that most wise people make, some sooner than others.

Original content by Harry Ikanson

For quite some time now, home costs have already been increasing in a rate comparable to mortgage or income rates. That is very good news for those who are looking into buying real estate and taking the plunge, as it means that property values are more sustainable. This is an ideal time for individuals considering buying their home to enter another phase. Listed below are some reasons as to why you need to stop your rental and purchase a place of your own!

1) It Is An Investment
It's among the main investments that most individuals will make in their own whole life. Part of the amount of money you pay every month will pay off the loan in your property when you purchase. You're basically purchasing a small part of your investment at a time while you are living inside.

2) Turn Over
Ever hear of house flipping? It has become a feasible alternative in the home marketplace. Moving in still needs to be a significant consideration, though.

 

3) Ends Up Saving You Money Long Term
In the event you are considering staying at home for a while- a decade, more-the total cost of your house is not more expensive in relation to the amount of cash that most individuals spend on renting. Although you are actually assuming the duty of supplying upkeep and care on your property, which is connected with more upfront prices, buying would put you on top in the future.

4) It Provides You With Creative Control
Ah, my personal favorite. This may seem to be given, but you are able to do virtually whatever you would like to it when you possess it. You do not have to keep in line with apartment complex's or the landlord's rules and aesthetics when possessing property. You've the liberty to paint, to landscape the yard, or do whatever you please. You might still have to answer to the HOA, though ;).

It's an important financial decision that needs serious consideration, despite the fact that buying a house is so often considered a sound investment. When considering buying your home, choose a realtor that you know to be honest and will be on your side (if you're looking in Scottsdale, AZ then The Matheson Team is a great choice to go with). Do not simply let anyone give guidance on this critical choice in your life.

Comments(11)

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Nice reblog Bob Crane !!!

I hope 2016 is twice as fine as this year has been for you!

Dec 30, 2015 02:14 AM
David Jones
BuyersAsk.com - Aliso Viejo, CA
BuyersAsk.com

Happy New Year Bob. Please keep your great posts coming in 2016.  Dave

Dec 30, 2015 02:20 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Bob - this blog makes great points.  And, yes, house flipping can also pay off.  Good blog re choice.

Dec 30, 2015 02:55 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Hi Bob... you are singing my song. I've been posting on this topic for two years now... hopefully someone will hear us. Oh and one more advantage... by buying you can fix your housing costs which you can't do with a lease.

Dec 30, 2015 03:03 AM
Dan Hopper
Dan Hopper - Gold Way RE - Westminster, CO
Colorado Broker / Referral Services

Good information in this blog posting... a great topic to re-post, Bob!   There will always be an opportunity out there, and real estate is one good choice!!

Dec 30, 2015 03:40 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Bob good choice to re-blog.  Harry makes some very good points in his blog.

Dec 30, 2015 06:28 AM
Sally Crane
WMS - Unity, WI
Woodland appraisal support.

This is very good information and very true, thanks for reblogging it.  Often times its easier to become a home owner, than you may think .

Dec 30, 2015 07:23 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

If renting a home, you can buy it and have cheaper payments

Dec 30, 2015 12:24 PM
Joe Petrowsky
Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT
Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

Good morning Bob. Great choice for a re-blog. Harry shares good advice for anyone that is renting as many of them can own, but many don't know it.

Best wishes for the New Year to you and yours.

Dec 30, 2015 06:25 PM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

We are seeing rents increasing greatly, so now is the perfect time for home ownership!

Dec 30, 2015 07:46 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

This is another very good selection for a reblog.Thanks for sharing.

Happy New Year!

Dec 30, 2015 08:39 PM