Rent Vs. Own [INFOGRAPHIC]
By Glen Hagen |
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Some Highlights:
- Owning your own home vs. renting may lead to some great options, such as locking in your monthly payments and having the freedom to customize your living space.
- Whether you rent or own, you have to cover someone’s mortgage costs. You may as well be doing so to build your own wealth, rather than that of your landlord.
- Renting and owning both have up-front fees when you sign your lease or close, respectively. Think about putting that money to work for you!
Why All the Chicken Littles Should Calm Down
By Glen Hagen |
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By Glen Hagen |
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Existing Home Sales Indicate a Good Time to Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]
By Glen Hagen |
Some Highlights: Existing Home Sales dropped 1.7% from May to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.27 million in June.
Low inventory levels are still a factor in the market. The current supply of homes for sale is at 4.4 months, which is less tha...
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