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4 Big Perks to Homeownership

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Perks to Homeownership



A BIG thank you to Solarity Credit Union for sponsoring today’s post: Perks to Homeownership!

Are you wondering what are some of the benefits of homeownership vs renting? Stability and being able to put down roots are some huge reasons why you may want to consider buying your own home. You have to live somewhere… so instead of paying off your landlord’s home, pay off your own!

Go check out some of my favorite Perks to Homeownership…

Perks to Homeownership

Cheaper Than Renting

With the current low interest rates, a mortgage payment might be cheaper than renting a home.

Long term, buying will save you so much money compared renting. Once you pay off your loans you’ll eliminate your monthly housing payment entirely!

Stable Monthly Payments

With a fixed-rate mortgage, you can keep your monthly housing costs steady and predictable.

One of the biggest benefits of owning a home is that it protects you during periods of inflation. For example, if you have a 15 or 30 year fixed-rate mortgage, the price you pay for housing won’t change for the term of your loan – no matter what happens to the economy or interest rates.

Fluctuating property taxes or homeowner’s insurance can change monthly payments, but that won’t typically be as much compared to rent increases.

You Can Make Cosmetic Changes

Owning your own home means you’ll have the freedom to make changes to customize it to your style. It means you can paint the walls any color you want, attach permanent fixtures, and update your landscaping. These are also affordable ways to make your house look brand new!

You Build Equity Every Month

In my opinion, the greatest perk of buying a home is you build equity every single month while paying down your mortgage. It’s almost like a savings account.

Houses are historically appreciating assets, so after 15 – 30 years you’ll have a strong chance to sell your home for more than you paid for it!

Buying a home for the first time can definitely be a bit nerve-wracking. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, an empty nester, or part of a growing family, Solarity Credit Union has loan options to fit nearly every situation!

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The winner will receive one $100 Visa Gift Card.

So what are you waiting for?  Go enter to win today, and get ready for a fun little shopping spree!

To Enter: Follow @SolarityCreditUnion on Instagram and comment on this blog post about what home means to you.

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Update: This giveaway has now closed.  Congratulations to the winner: Amanda W

So, what are some of your favorite Perks to Homeownership?

Share with us in the comments below!

Comments

  2. Brittany Chadwick says

    Home to me means a place filled with love. Somewhere I can go to feel at peace. I love being at home with my family enjoying all the big and little moments, like when my son took his first steps at home ❤️ IG @Adventuresofnoah626

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  3. Amanda Whitley says

    home means a place of my own ..i look forward to the feeling of owning a home finally and knowing i can do what i what finally. @awhitley2272 on ig

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  4. Judy says

    Homeownership gives you so much freedom and also the opportunity to leave behind something for your family. Great post, thanks for sharing!

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  5. Molly Pisula says

    All so true! I also love the stability that owning a house brings to children when they really feel like something is “their home”. There’s something so beautiful and comforting about that.

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  7. Aarthi | Prepbowls says

    This is a great post, I totally agree with all the benefits you have mentioned! One of the beneficial investments one can make, and a great giveaways too. Happy holidays to you and thanks for sharing this information!

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  9. Sophie says

    These are all great advantages to having your own home, Buying the dream house is one of the biggest goals for most people for a reason! Great giveaway!

    Sophie

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  14. Heidi | The Frugal Girls says

    Owning my own home has been one of the most satisfying and financially savvy investments I’ve ever made. From tax benefits to the ability to customize my living space, the list of benefits seems to grow longer every year!

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