One of the best ways to build your family’s financial future is through homeownership. Recent data from the Federal Reserve indicates the net worth of a homeowner is over 40 times greater than that of a renter. Maybe it’s time to start thinking about buying a home. Every three years the Survey of Consumer Finances […]
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Columbus Identified as Top Market Where Renters can Afford to Buy a Home
The U.S. homeownership rate has slowly fallen in recent years to currently its lowest level since 1965, but new research from the National Association of REALTORS® reveals that there are a number of affordable metro areas with above-average hiring and a large segment of current renters who earn enough income to qualify to buy a home […]
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Vacation Home
Buying your primary home is like achieving an essential piece of the American dream. And once you’ve experienced the satisfaction of homeownership, you might be tempted to purchase another. Hey, who wouldn’t want a vacation getaway—especially if you can turn it into a cash cow by renting it out? While vacation homes can be an excellent source […]