HOME SWEET HOME
A home is more often than not, ones greatest expense in life. It where we spend the majority of our time and becomes our pride. Buying a home enables us to have full customization-worry free of landlord’s controlling what we can and cannot do to our place. A home provides comfort, security, and is the greatest investment one can make.
THE BEST STOCK MARKET
Canada, especially as of late has seen homes appreciate substantially in the last few years. This is the perk of purchasing a home, you get to see your net worth grow. It is a physical investment, unlike stocks or bonds. You are in control. It should also be noted that in Canada principal residences are exempted from capital tax gains
BUILDING EQUITY
By paying a mortgage, part of that payment is utilized towards your principal balance of your home alone. Therefore instead of watching your rent money empty your pockets, you can buy a home and pay your mortgage and see some of your money come back to you. It is the best savings plan there is as you get to enjoy the comfort and security of your savings plan while saving.
DECIDING IF YOU ARE READY TO BUY
Buying a home is a huge financial commitment, and you first must evaluate if you have the resources to make such a purchase. If you have your money tied into other commitments, maybe a home isn’t something you should be looking for just yet. It is recommended that at least 5-10% be saved for a down payment, but ideally more. The more you can put down at the start, the better off you are.
Another thing to take into consideration before buying a home is your lifestyle. What type of career do you have? Will you be travelling lots? Is this home going to be a place you are planning on staying in for some time? Buying a home is very expensive, and other factors are added on top- such as moving expenses. These are additional expenses that you do not want to deal with frequently, and if your life is not yet completely stable, maybe a home is not yet your best option.