A home is not just a place to live – it’s also a valuable asset which can contribute to long-term wealth accumulation. There are two key factors which play a very vital role increasing a homeowner’s wealth, and those are appreciation and amortization. The key is understanding how those two factors work, and how they […]
There are some very difficult decisions which can tend to arise when you’re a homeowner. Sometimes, those decisions are what can make or break the idea of renting vs buying. If you think about it, the idea of an asset which is worth hundreds of thousands of dollars can be slightly terrifying to some! Not […]
If you’re currently a homeowner, you might be feeling quite good that you purchased your home before the market got crazy with higher prices and interest rates. But, there is a possibility that your days of basking in glory are coming to a close. You might be facing higher mortgage payments for next year. Most […]
A home is a very valuable asset. It must be maintained so that they function properly, are safe and enjoyable, and hold their value. Attention to maintenance, minimizing expenses and managing debt & risk are all key to helping you protect your investment. Maintenance Think about a car – it’s interesting that people normally understand […]
It isn’t much of a secret that home appreciation has quite dramatically increased over the past two years. With that increase, most homeowners have equity. Quite often, a common way to release part of that equity is a cash-out refinance, however not all homeowners are currently eligible. First off – what is it? A cash-out […]
Are you thinking about buying your own home? If so, there are several great benefits in doing so. If you’re someone that is settled and doesn’t plan on moving anytime soon, here are three ways you can benefit in becoming a home owner. Three Benefits to Owning Your Own Home No wasted money: When you […]
While renting can be useful for some financial situations, owning a home provides great benefits to you and, ultimately, your financial well-being. 1. Control your space. Use a spare bedroom for your own home office. Create a workout area in the garage. You own the home, you make the rules. 2. Pride of Ownership. When […]
