There are a lot of reasons someone might want to become a landlord — they would rather own real estate than stocks, or they know how to do handyman work — but at the top of the list is always making a profit. That’s not a bad thing, but it does rely on renters to…
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Make it your own. Owning a home gives you freedom
No matter what your lifestyle or what you do for a living, your life ultimately revolves around your home. It’s the place you wake up in the morning and the place you go to bed at night. It’s where you make memories, have fun with your hobbies, eat meals, relax with friends and can simply…
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Pride of ownership. Home feels better when it’s actually yours.
They’re just three words, but they carry a lot of swagger. “It’s my house.” That simple phrase has come to mean so much more as Americans have adopted home ownership as a national dream. It’s what we strive for and how we set our goals, giving us a tremendous sense of accomplishment when we’re handed…
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Slash Your Tax Bill. Buyers can get big tax breaks from Uncle Sam
For years, the federal government has considered it important for Americans to own houses. Home ownership helps families build wealth, gives them a safe and stable place to stay, and creates communities of stakeholders who pull together to meet each other’s needs. Home ownership is so important, in fact, that the government does something exceptional…
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Getting Ready to Sell
By Mary Campbell Your house doesn’t need to be in perfect condition to sell it for a good price. There are steps you can take, however, that will net a good return on investment. There are still other changes that, even if they’re not immediately noticeable, could result in a lower offer price because the…
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