Posts tagged ‘rent vs buy’

June 25, 2018

12 reasons for homeownership

12 reasons for homeownership

  On the fence about buying a home? Not sure if it is right for you?  If you are ready to settle down in one spot for a few years, have a steady job and are a disciplined saver, homeownership would be a great option for you.   Here are 12 ways homeownership is beneficial to […]

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April 2, 2018

Net worth difference between homeowners & renters is massive. Invest in yourself and buy a home.

Net worth difference between homeowners & renters is massive. Invest in yourself and buy a home.

You have to live somewhere and why not live somewhere that can build wealth? Look at the numbers in the image. Do you want to do something about that? Rent money that goes out the door does just that. You’ll never see it again. Mortgage payments are applied to your loan, which CAN be paid […]

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January 30, 2018

10 easy ways to save money for a house downpayment – they add up!

10 easy ways to save money for a house downpayment – they add up!

Saving money for a downpayment on a home may seem like a daunting task. But over time, some very simple ways to save money can add up to big dollars. The higher your downpayment, the less you have to borrow, so get started with your savings now.  You can do it with these simple tips. Drink […]

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January 23, 2018

5 Home buying myths debunked

5 Home buying myths debunked

Buying a home is not something that people do often and it seems things are always changing: mortgage rates, credit standards, required paperwork/information in order to apply for a mortgage. The process is especially confusing and/or difficult for first time home buyers who have never been through the process before.  A lot of potential homebuyers […]

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November 13, 2017

Your credit score is important when you are buying a home. Read more about it…

Your credit score is important when you are buying a home. Read more about it…

You are seriously thinking about buying a home… good for you!  To qualify for the best mortgage rates, you’ll need a good credit score  as lenders use your score to determine how credit worthy you are – how likely you are to make payments on time. Your lender will run a detailed credit report on […]

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