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Why own a home?
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If you have been thinking about buying a home in the new year but are worried about the high cost of home prices and mortgage rates you are not alone. But and it's a big but…there’s the bigger picture to consider: the long-term benefits of homeownership. Don’t forget that over time the value of your home will increase and that means your net worth also increases. A quote from Mark Fleming, Chief Economist - First American, really explains it all by saying “In deciding whether to rent or own it’s important to remember the wealth-building of equity accumulation.”
If you want more information about the benefits of home ownership please click on my
Real Estate with Ruth Lecy page to dive deeper. You will find several links with valuable information.
Now it’s time for me to once again wish you peace and joy for this holiday season. I look forward to helping you with your real estate needs in the new year.
Ruth Lecy
With over 35 years of experience in residential real estate I have the expertise you are looking for. My experience spans from land and lot sales and purchase; to first-time buyers; to luxury multi-m....
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