...The Advantages of Buying a House over Renting an Apartment Com/172 The Advantages of Buying a House over Renting an Apartment Buying a house for most is the American dream, but with today’s economy many people are unsure if the dream can be obtained. The main concern for most people would be the financial responsibility. Many people believe that the financial responsibility is overwhelming and they are just not ready. Although some people believe they are not financially ready to purchase a home, buying a house is a better option than renting an apartment for three main reasons. First, becoming a first time home buyer can be a very exciting experience that can have a positive long-term effect on some one’s life. Second, a home buyer can make any modifications or changes to a home. Third, and most important, you will eventually own your home. With those three examples, I will show the advantages of buying a house over renting an apartment. The first advantage to buying a home verses renting an apartment is that first time home buyers usually receive incentives or rewards for being first time home buyers. If the home buyer is purchasing a newly built home, usually the builder will give little incentives such as appliances in the home, a gift card to purchase new items for the home or even interior upgrades to the home. In recent years, there was a huge increase in the home buying market. This was the first time home buyers tax credit approved by the federal government...
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...Renting Vs. Homeownership Jasmyn Gould ECPI University Online Thesis: Most people would either like to rent or become a homeowner, but there are several factors that need to be address before making the decision; these reasons include financial status, lifestyle, tax deductions, privacy, commitment, savings, utility cost, and a whole lot of research. Today’s housing market is on the rise, so this is the time to jump in or is it? You are probably asking, what advantages do I have if I purchase a home or rent? What would be better for me financially? It is important to know some facts of renting vs. homeownership before making such an important decision. Homeownership is not for everyone. I believe it’s up to the individual if they want to rent or buy. In some cases people are just better off renting. Before buying a home, it’s important to consider how that purchase will affect your finances and your lifestyle. Homes typically increase in value by allowing you to build equity in it, which will offer an investment for the future. Every time a mortgage payment is made, it is applied to your balance which reduces the loan that was taken out. Your monthly costs are usually more predictable and more stable than renting because they’re ideally based on a fixed-rate mortgage. Which means, the monthly amount of your mortgage will not increase for the duration of the loan. An article from TurboTax said (2013), “You know that you can get an income tax deduction on the mortgage...
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...Buying Versus Renting Ashley Mawhorter 1/11/2011 Axia College of University of Phoenix Every American has dreamed of owning their own dream home, whether they are young or old. Still many Americans choose to rent apartments. Why is this? There are many more pros when individuals decide to buy a home. That is why buying a home is a better option than renting an apartment. Jumping right into the first home one sees is also not the proper way to buy a home. Much time and research needs to be done and many things taken into consideration before deciding the best decision. Do I want to have a landlord, or be the landlord? How much can I afford if I choose to buy a home? Where do I want to be located and what style home am I looking for? Are there any pros and cons to buying verse renting? How much would property taxes be yearly? These are all important questions to take into consideration, and that will be covered in paragraphs to come. First and most important is figuring out how much each individual can afford. On ginniemae.gov there are two calculators that can help to determine individual financial status. The first calculator helps individuals to determine the advantages and considerations of owning verse renting a home (http://www.ginniemae.gov). Using the calculator I have come up with an example. If I were renting a home that cost 800 dollars a month and I wanted to buy a house I found for 100,000 I would simply calculate the percentage of down payment, length of...
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...1. Topic: Renting an apartment is a better option than buying a house. Renting-vs.-Buying In my opinion I think that buying a house shows home ownership and an excellent path to building wealth. My thought is that if you rent you’re throwing away money. Owning your own home is a forced savings plan. We have always heard statements like these plenty of times. On television, radio, the internet, and in casual conversation. Such sentiments are common in any discussion that involves home-buying and personal finances. Let’s take a look at some of the financial differences between renting and home-buying. Now for the purpose of comparing renting to owning in this essay, I’ll be using real-world data gathered from my Orlando area (West Orlando). Although most first-time buyers tend to move from renting an apartment to buying a larger, stand-alone house, as much as I can I will compare apples to apples. • For rent, I located a 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 1,840 sift house with an attached 2-car garage, on 0.2 acres. Monthly price: $1,495. • For purchase I found a 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 1,850 sqft house with an attached 2-car garage, on 0.22 acres. Price: $424,950. The two homes are located within two miles of each other in similar neighborhoods, and neither is located on a busy road. We’ll assume that our hypothetical homebuyer is a married couple with $85,000 in the bank to make a 20% down payment. To calculate mortgage payments we will use a recent 30-year fixed interest rate of 6.25%. Let’s...
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...OWNING -VS- RENTING Principles of Macroeconomics Professor John Weber October 17, 2013 Low mortgage rates and rising apartment rentals all over the country has led some people to dive into homeownership more quickly than originally planned. There are many that are still waiting for the housing market to recover, even with incentives to buy. All rely on the personal financial situation in making this decision. Renting vs. Owning both presents a number of pros and cons: Renting: Pros Cons Flexibilty and free Can’t build equity Terms of lease Restrictions No maintenance and upkeep Approval by owner to paint or remodel Ownership: Pros Cons Build Equity Pay for Maintenance Tax Breaks Illiquid Asset Stability of Mortgage Property Taxes Investment Lose of Value Location Use of your savings for down payment Remodeling as you please Owners insurance is Mandatory However purchasing property can be for many reasons, such as, an investment for flipping, to fix up and resale or to occupy. Maintenance of up keep, roof, windows, snow removal, and credit score is all things to consider for purchasing a home. When purchasing there are many different options row home, single, development all are investments. There are many financial parts that play into the option of purchasing and renting. When buying you must be very aware of purchase costs which are the down payment and closing costs. Yearly...
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...buy a home then rent. I. Why pay rent and make the landlord richer when you can own your own home for basically the same monthly payment and reap the tax benefits yourself. II. In 2006 I was faced with having to make the decision to buy or rent. After researching found I could buy a 4 bedroom house in a good area for same price of renting a 2 bedroom apartment. Also working for the government I knew the tax advantages I would get so I don’t have to tell you which decision I went with. III. Today I am going to show you that buying a house is a better choice then renting even in this unstable economy. IV. There are many programs that help people purchase a home. First time homebuyers even with bad credit can qualify. Do you know where to look? I will provide you with some internet sights that can be of assistance. V. There are many reasons why home buying is better than renting; the few that I will talk about are 1. Long term buying costs less on a yearly basis then renting. 2. Good financial investment and low interest rates and 3. Tax advantages Now that we are coming to a close on the semester some of you are going to be faced with the decision upon graduation as to whether you should buy or rent. I. If you have already decided that you will be staying in a certain area for at least 7 years it is shown that buying is cheaper than renting. a. On April 21st. 2010 the NY Times reported that if you remain in your home for 7...
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...Buying or Renting: Which is better for you? Your Name Com/156 Current Date Your Instructor Buying or Renting: Which is better for you? Introduction Many times we are faced with the challenge of choosing between buying a home and renting one. There are various advantages and disadvantages related to each of these options that an individual has. It is the dream of each individual to own a home in a good environment which is secure and peaceful. There are two options that one can choose from when considering a home. One can either rent or buy. It is important to carry out a thorough investigation on each of the options and make an informed decision. The decision of buying or renting any asset is crucial and should be critically analyzed. Therefore, it is important for one to take into account the benefits and costs involved in each option before deciding on the one to take. One might choose to use a buy vs rent comparison tool such as the mortgage calculator that can be provided by a lender or real estate broker. The Rent versus Buy Comparator allows the user to compare their estimated financial position after 7 years of renting with their estimated financial position after 7 years of home loan repayments (Realtor.com, n.d.). This tool will allow the buyer or renter to compare the possible financial cost and assists in making the decision whether to buy or rent. Moreover, most finance calculators will take into consideration the rent, rent insurance, expect...
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... The arrival of a new baby is a major lifestyle change. The decision to buy a house takes into account pros and cons of making a major purchase. A studio apartment is a difficult living arrangement with a new baby, because it is small and without a separate space for a baby. The studio apartment is not in proximity to schools or services, which are needed for childcare. A house offers space for baby, a yard, schools, and services. The pros of home ownership offer many benefits not available with a rental property. Trade-offs The studio apartment although close to downtown night life, is not close to schools, churches, or shopping centers. This location worked well for the past few years, because children were not part of the equation. Some trade-offs are required before making a housing purchase. Proximity to night life is enjoyable; however, caring for a new baby will limit a carefree lifestyle. Purchasing a home will require a down-payment and closing costs. In addition to a monthly mortgage payment, utilities, homeowner dues, repairs, maintenance, lawn care, insurance, and taxes are costs of ownership. When renting the renter does not have homeowner dues, lawn car, property taxes, and most repairs and maintenance costs. Homeowners unlike renters can make home modifications, without ramifications. Equity in a home increases the homeowner’s personal wealth. Homeownership also signifies stability. A renter can decide to move quickly with little to no consequence. The landlord...
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...Running head: RENTING V BUYING DECISION Renting a House v Buying a Home Decision By Odessa Millan CMB 513 – Advanced Managerial Finance Presented to the faculty of Cardinal Stritch University In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Masters of Science of Business Administration September 27, 2011 Table of Contents Executive Summary.……………………………………………………………………….….. 3 U.S. Housing Market Trends.…………………………………………………………………. 3 Waukesha Housing Market Trends... …………………………………………………………. 4 Factors in Buying a Home…. …………………………………………………………………. 4 Factors in Renting a House..………………………………………………………..………….. 6 Recommendations ……………………………………………………………………….…….. 7 Conclusions …………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 Bibliography ……………………………………………………………………………...…… 10 Appendix A – Home for Sale.……………………………………………………………….…. 11 Appendix B – House for Rent.…………………………………………………………………. 14 Chart 1 - Existing 1-Family Home Sales: United States ………………………………………. 15 Chart 2 - Share of Distressed Properties in Sales of Existing Homes …………………………. 15 Chart 3 - Number of Sales ……………………..………………………………………………. 16 Chart 4 - Median Sales Price.…………..………………………………………………………. 16 Chart 5 - Average Price per Sqft ………………………………………………………………. 16 Chart 6 – Number of Listings… ………………………………………….……………………. 17 Executive Summary This technical paper analyzes scenarios of renting a house and purchasing a home in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The format of this technical paper includes an overview...
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...The Hanlons discovered that the process of searching for a home can be confusing and daunting all at once. They have many housing options to choose from and a plethora of financing options, so which direction will work best for them? Should they continue renting their current apartment or take the leap that many of their friends have and purchase a house? Let’s look at the process the Hanlons may have experienced in their search to find their ‘American Dream’: The Search Process Since the Hanlons were a newly married couple with many peers in their same scenario, buying a house seemed the reasonable next step before starting a family. This scenario illustrates that one of the largest factors when searching for a home is both psychological and emotional. As stated in the case, Mrs. Hanlon was more trigger happy and determined, while her husband was more willing to be patient and look at all of their possible options. Given that their current location was exceptionally close to both their workplaces and shops, as well as had top-notch accommodations, their biggest reason for wanting to buy a home came from outside influence, namely friends who had recently purchased homes. Mrs. Hanlon began this process the way most people go about it- an online search. There were so many housing options that, despite the wealth of online resources, a direction can be easy to find or seem impossible. Information from friends was another resource that the Hanlons utilized in order to help guide...
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...CRITICAL THINKING PAPER THIS LIFE PLAN WILL BE PRINTED, 15 PAGES OR LESS. YOU MAY USE A HYPOTHETICAL CASE RATHER THAN SELF DESCRIPTION IF YOU PREFER. PART A: VALUES 20 POINTS I. PAIRED SENTENCES – SUMMARIZING FOUR QUESTIONAIRES (5 POINTS EACH) MARRIAGE VALUES / SINGLE VALUES OCCUPATIONAL VALUES (IN DESCENDING ORDER) PARENTING VALUES / CHILDFREE VALUES RENTING VALUES / HOME-OWNING VALUES 10 POINTS II. MASLOW’S HIERARCHY (FIVE PARTS AT TWO POINTS EACH) PHYSIOLOGICAL (PHYSICAL) NEEDS DENTAL, MEDICAL, SLEEP HRS, FOOD SECURITY (SAFETY) NEEDS TYPE OF INSURANCE, HEALTH, LIFE, AUTO BELONGING (LOVE) NEEDS CURRENT AND FUTURE PERSONS SELF-ESTEEM NEEDS ACHIEVEMENTS: JOB, FAMILY, ETC. SELF-ACTUALIZATION NEEDS COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTIONS PART B: VALUES & GOALS 4 POINTS III. MATCH OCCUPATION VALUES WITH JOB DESCRIPTION QUOTES (WWW.BLS.GOV) OR LRC FOR OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK HANDBOOK 33 POINTS IV. GOALS CHART (11 AREAS, THREE TIMES PERIODS = 33 PARTS AT ONE POINT EACH) EDUCATION TOTAL CREDIT HOURS, DEGREE OCCUPATION JOB TITLE HOUSING TYPE AND COST MARRIAGE YES/NO CHILDREN NUMBER INCOME TOTAL DOLLAR AMOUNT LEISURE TIME AMOUNT OF TIME: DAY, WEEK, MONTH RETIREMENT PLAN TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE PHYSICAL HEALTH WEIGHT, BLOOD PRESSURE, PULSE RATE MENTAL HEALTH AMOUNT OF TIME – DAY, WEEK, MONTH FAMILY RELATIONS AMOUNT OF TIME – DAY, WEEK, MONTH;...
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...means new responsibilities for the parents. One of the biggest responsibilities is providing a safe place for the child to live. This means the parents need to make a decision on whether to rent or buy a larger home for the growing family. If I were personally presented with this decision right now, I would make the choice to rent rather than buy. As I considered this decision I took into consideration many the economic principles that I have learned in this course and how they affect my ability to buy a house. The first principle I thought about was how much I could afford to pay for a house. This was the major factor affecting my decision. My income right now is very limited so at this time I do not have the means to save toward a down payment. Without a guarantee that my financial situation will increase, it is not wise for me to make a commitment like this at this time. I need to finish my education and find a more secure, better paying job first. I also considered other economic related factors when I made this decision. I thought about the type of neighborhood that I would want to live in, the additional financial responsibilities of owning a home, the total monthly and yearly cost of homeownership, the risks that come with owning rather than renting, my lifestyle and spending habits and my current savings account (O'Brien, 2005). A growing family should decide on what type of neighborhood they want to live in. I would want my family grow up...
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...services firms can use job order cost system to tailor the services according to individual customer accounts or individual job. An example of two professional firms is: 1. Ernest and Young LLP accounting firm will use it to track customer bills hours spent on each customer’s account. 2. Colliers International commercial real estate service firm use it to controlled expenses related to each individual customer or project. In addition to serve as a measure how much money the firms is making with each customer or project compared to the cost associated with the job. #2 According to your monthly income and expenses, what will be best fit your situation, buy a house or rent a house? Give details. The decision of buying or renting are evaluated in terms of expenses related to the decision, family or person short term/ long...
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...in installment of simply rent? Use time value of money. Should I Buy a Home or Just Keep Renting? Kristin Wong Should I Buy a Home or Just Keep Renting? Dear Two Cents, I’m out of debt, and I’m now saving for a down payment on a home. It’s always been my dream to be a homeowner. But lately, I read a lot of arguments against it in favor of renting. How do I know if it’s a good idea for me? Should I buy or keep renting? Sincerely, Hopeful Homeowner Dear HH, For a long time, conventional wisdom seemed to be that you grow up and buy a home because that’s just what you do. But lately, people are realizing that it isn’t always the smartest financial move. Obviously, the housing crisis has a lot to do with that—it’s made people question the standard assumption that homeownership equals financial stability. Five Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Bought a House Homeownership isn’t a good or bad idea on its own. It has everything to do with your own situation. Sometimes, buying a home is the smart thing to do; other times, it really isn’t. Whether or not it’s smart for you will depend on a few different factors. Here’s what you should keep in mind. Don’t Think of a Home as Your Main Investment Should I Buy a Home or Just Keep Renting? The biggest argument for owning a home is that it’s an “investment.” But a lot of people overestimate the return on this investment. People tend to believe that homes are appreciating assets, but this isn’t always true. Yale economist and...
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...College A home purchase is something most people get really excited for, it could be your first time buying a home, perhaps for an investment opportunity, or maybe it’s just the last house you plan to buy for your golden years. For whatever the reason that’s behind your purchase, out there in the land of opportunity, there are economic principles that you should think about during this life changing purchase your about to make. Principles of Economics describe at least 6 principles that can possibly relate to buying a home. This report will be discussing principles of economics that relate to home purchasing, new home purchasing along with its marginal benefits against marginal costs. Also it will show how the economic power itself affects these costs and benefits of buying a home. While we look at the economy power, I will also describe the effect the economy takes through a domestic economy and international trade. A common principle that we normally face is whenever you want something we normally end up giving something away in order to obtain it. Principal one is the chunk of this. These are normal basic decisions that everyone makes daily, the difference is to what significance is the decision. For most consumers a new home purchase is going to be the biggest life decision they perhaps ever make. In the steps of buying a new home a buyer might make the decision to buy a large home, this can create the trade of high payments for the buyer for the home they may want...
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