Renters Under 50 Want to Buy a Home!
[ad_1] Every year, the New York Federal Reserve publishes the results of their Survey of Consumer Expectations (SCE). Each survey covers a wide range of topics including inflation, labor market, household finance, credit access and housing.
One…
Homeownership: “A Man Is Not a Complete Man, Unless He Owns a House”
[ad_1] The famous quote by Walt Whitman, “A man is not a whole and complete man, unless he owns a house and the ground it stands on,” can be used to describe homeownership in America today. The Census revealed that the percentage of…
Real Estate Tops Best Investment Poll for 5th Year Running
[ad_1] Every year, Gallup surveys Americans to determine their choice for the best long-term investment. Respondents are given a choice between real estate, stocks/mutual funds, gold, savings accounts/CDs, or bonds.
For the fifth year in…
Buying a Home Is Cheaper Than Renting in the Majority of the US
[ad_1] The results of the 2018 Rental Affordability Report from ATTOM show that buying a median-priced home is more affordable than renting a three-bedroom property in 54% of U.S. counties analyzed for the report.
The updated numbers show…
US Housing Market Still In ‘Buy Territory’!
[ad_1] According to the Beracha, Hardin & Johnson Buy vs. Rent (BH&J) Index, the U.S. housing market has continued to move deeper into buy territory, supporting the belief that housing markets across the country remain a sound investment.
The BH&J…
NOT Owning Your Home Can Cost You a Lot of Money!
[ad_1] Owning a home has great financial benefits, yet many continue to rent! Today, let’s look at the financial reasons why owning a home of your own has been a part of the American Dream for as long as America has existed.
Realtor.com recently reported that: “Buying…
The Cost of Renting vs. Buying Today [INFOGRAPHIC]
[ad_1] Some Highlights: Historically, the choice between renting or buying a home has been a tough decision.
Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (28.9%) vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced…
Is Now a Good Time to Rent?
[ad_1] People often ask if now is a good time to buy a home, but nobody ever asks when it’s a good time to rent. Regardless, we want to make certain that everyone understands that today is NOT a good time to rent.
The Census Bureau recently released…
80% of Renters Believe Homeownership is a Part of Their American Dream
[ad_1] According to the latest Aspiring Home Buyers Profile by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 82% of surveyed renters desire to own a home in the future, with 80% believing homeownership is a big part of achieving their American…
Whether You Rent or Buy, Either Way You’re Paying a Mortgage!
[ad_1] There are some people who have not purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize, however, that unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage…
Buying A Home Is More Affordable Than Renting In 54% Of US Counties
[ad_1] According to ATTOM Data Solutions’ 2018 Rental Affordability Report, “buying a median-priced home is more affordable than renting a three-bedroom property in 240 of 447 [or 54% of] U.S. counties analyzed for the report.”
For…
The Benefits of Homeownership Go Beyond the Financial
[ad_1] Homeownership is a major part of the American Dream. As evidence of that, 91% of Americans believe that owning a home is either essential (43%) or important (48%) to achieving that “dream.” In a market where some people may be…