We talk a lot about why it makes more sense to buy a home, but more often than not we’re drawn to the inner reasons for home ownership.
No matter the size or shape of a home space, the feeling of a home means very different things to many people. Whether it’s a certain smell or a favorite couch, the feel-good connections to our own homes are typically more important to us than the financial
ones. Here are some of the reasons why
1. Owning your home offers stability to start and raise a family
From the greatest neighborhoods to the best school districts, even those without children
at the time of purchase may have this in the back of their minds as a major reason for choosing the location of the home they purchase.
2. There is no place like home
Owning your own home offers not only safety and security, but also a comfortable place where you can simply relax and enjoy
after a long day. Sometimes, that’s just what we need to feel revived and truly content.
3. You have a lot more space for you and your family
Even if your family is expanding, an elderly family member is moving in, or you need to have a huge
backyard for your pets, and kids, you can take all this into consideration when buying your home, so the space truly works for you.
4. You have control over renovations, updates, and style
Looking to actually try one of those crazy wall treatments you saw on Pinterest?
Tired of paying an additional pet deposit for your apartment building? Maybe you want to finally adopt that fur-baby puppy or kitten you’ve been hoping for. Who says you can’t do all of these things in your own home?