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93% of Americans Believe a Home Is a Better Investment Than Stocks A recent Survey of Consumer Finances study released by the Federal Reserve reveals the net worth of homeowners is forty times greater than that of renters. If you’re wondering if homeownership is a good investment, the study clearly answers that question, and the answer is yes. Do Americans believe a home is a better investment than stocks? In a post on the Liberty Street Economics blog, the Federal Reserve Ba...nk of New York notes that 93.3% of Americans believe buying a home is definitely or probably a better investment than buying stocks. The survey also shows a wide range of reasons why Americans feel that way, with the top answers being that housing prices are less volatile, it provides stability in a desired living environment, and for tax reasons. The data show how strongly Americans believe in homeownership as an investment. That belief is warranted. The Liberty Street Economics...

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Some Buyers Prefer Smaller Homes Over the past year, we’ve had plenty of opportunities to reflect on what we consider most important in our lives. The place we call home is one of the biggest things many of us are reevaluating. For some, this has spurred an interest in making a move to a home that better suits our changing needs. In a recent study on today’s homebuyer preferences, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) states, When asked more specifically how the p...andemic may have impacted their preference for home size21% or about 1 out of every 5 buyers, do want a larger home now as a direct result of the health crisis, while another segment 12% would prefer a smaller one instead. It’s interesting that a significant portion of homeowners actually want less space. For those who own larger homes right now and have a desire to move, today’s housing market is full of opportunities. As a homeowner today, you likely have...

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From tax savings to retirement benefits, learn about how buying your first home is a fantastic choice for your financial future. I am just a phone call away.... Holly Kovich 562-438-3100 Ext 1

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What Experts Are Saying about the 2021 Job Market Earlier this month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released their most recent Jobs Report. The report revealed that the economy lost 140,000 jobs in December. That’s a devastating number and dramatically impacts those households that lost a source of income. However, we need to give it some context. Greg Ip, Chief Economics Commentator at the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), explains: The economy is probably not slipping back into recession. The drop was induced by new restrictions on activity as the pandemic raged out of control. Leisure and hospitality, which includes restaurants, hotels, and amusement...

3 Must-Do’s When Selling Your House This Year It’s exciting to put a house on the market and to think about making new memories in new spaces. However, despite the anticipation of what’s to come, we can still have deep sentimental attachments to the home we’re leaving behind. Growing emotions can help or hinder a sale depending on how we manage them. When it comes to the bottom line, homeowners need to know what it takes to avoid costly mistakes when it’s time to move. Being ...mindful and prepared for the process can help you stay on the right track when selling your house this year. 1. Price Your Home Right When inventory is low, like it is in the... See more

Fact of life: moving is stressful. However, there are ways to prepare for it! Check out these five things you should do before you move. I am just a phone call away.... Holly Kovich 562-438-3100 Ext 1

Considering buying a home in the near future? Keep these unwritten rules in mind before you start your search! I am just a phone call away.... Holly Kovich 562-438-3100 Ext 1

If you're experiencing any of these five feelings, it may be time to go from an apartment to a house. Let's discuss today! I am just a phone call away.... Holly Kovich 562-438-3100 Ext 1

Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, you’re not alone. You may be wondering, however, if the dollars and cents add up in your favor as home prices continue to rise. According to the experts, in many cases, it’s still more affordable to buy a home than rent one. Here’s why. ATTOM Data Solutions recently released the 2021 Rental Afforda...bility Report, which states: Owning a median-priced three-bedroom home is more affordable than renting a three-bedroom property in 572, or 63 percent of the 915 U.S. counties... See more

Let's take a look at why these metro markets will be the ones to watchand perhaps to buy inin the coming year! I am just a phone call away.... Holly Kovich 562-438-3100 Ext 1

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