by Wells Funding Group | Oct 17, 2022 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
With higher mortgage rates, you might be wondering if now’s the best time to buy a home. While the financial aspects are important to consider, there are also powerful non-financial reasons it may make sense to make a move. Here are just a few of the benefits that...
by Wells Funding Group | Sep 30, 2022 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Rent vs. Buy
Some Highlights If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, consider the advantages homeownership offers. Buying a home can help you escape the cycle of rising rents, it’s a powerful wealth-building tool, and it’s typically considered a good hedge...
by Wells Funding Group | Aug 15, 2022 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Rent vs. Buy
The desire to own a home is still strong today. In fact, according to the Census, the U.S. homeownership rate is on the rise. To illustrate the increase, the graph below shows the homeownership rate over the last year: That data shows more than half of the U.S....
by Wells Funding Group | Aug 3, 2022 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy
If rising home prices leave you wondering if it makes more sense to rent or buy a home in today’s housing market, consider this. It’s not just home prices that have risen in recent years – rental prices have skyrocketed as well. As a recent article from realtor.com...
by Wells Funding Group | Jul 15, 2022 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Rent vs. Buy
Some Highlights It’s worth considering the many benefits of homeownership before you make the decision to rent or buy a home. When you buy, you can stabilize your housing costs, own a tangible asset, and grow your net worth as you gain equity. When you rent, you face...
by Wells Funding Group | Jun 2, 2022 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on how impactful owning a home can truly be. When you purchase a house, it becomes more than just a space you occupy. It’s your stake in the community, an investment, and a place you can put...