‘Downsizing’ Can Mean Many Different Things for Retirees

The prospect of working your whole life and then retiring sounds so luxurious, in a way. It’s a time to travel, play golf, or do whatever you want, right? There are no deadlines to meet, no schedules to keep, no one to answer to. Of course, there are still bills; that’s inescapable. The mortgage, taxes, car […]

Pay Yourself: Buying a Home Is Now Cheaper than Renting

When you purchase a home, you stop paying your landlord and start paying yourself – everyone’s heard that. Maybe you’ve had this old adage knocking around in your head for a while now, you’ve been saving for a down payment, and you’re considering making the leap into home ownership. In that case, you may be interested to […]

Why Buying a Home is Better than Renting

Most people don’t realize the hidden costs of homeownership, nor do they even consider the hidden potential. Owning your own home can become quit expensive. There are hidden costs that you don’t think about when you are signing papers at your closing. These hidden costs can become intense, but your new home is an investment, […]