Even for Those Who Never Dreamed, Owning a Home is Possible

Even for Those Who Never Dreamed, Owning a Home is Possible Owning a home is possible. The truth is that dreams can come true. Even as the worst real estate market since the 1930s casts a lingering shadow on the economy, home ownership is still the dream of the vast majority of Americans. Some 90 […]

Renting vs Owning a Home

Renting vs Owning a Home A Home of Your Own Beats Rent Receipts Renting vs owning a home. What’s the best answer? The short-term goal of a monthly housing payment is to keep a roof over your head for the next 30 days. It’s the same whether that payment is for rent or a mortgage […]

Your Home can be a Financial Asset

Your Home can be a Financial Asset Pay yourself first. That’s the wisdom from retirement planners who advise people to make their savings automatic, part of their regular budget, so they’re never tempted to frivolously spend the money they should be putting away. But with all our bills and obligation and the need to put […]

Return on Investment for the Homeowner

Return on Investment for the Homeowner When a Homeowner’s Penny Saved Becomes Two Pennies Earned A house is first and foremost a home. It is where you sleep, eat, raise your children, take shelter from the storm, and hopefully grow old and happy. That was forgotten by buyers, banks and the government in the run-ups […]

Homeownership is Good for Americans, Good for America

Homeownership is Good for Americans, Good for America If you want to improve your community and the economy – not to mention the fortunes of your own family — buy a house. It’s true. Homeowners are more involved in their communities, according to several studies.  They are more likely to know their Congressman and local […]