Thursday, November 4, 2010

First Time Home Buyers


If you are considering buying your first house this is a very exciting time for you. Buying a house is a big step in anyone’s life. Being able to go look at several houses till you find the right house for you and your family can be a lot of fun. Along with the excitement and fun though comes a lot of questions, concerns, and probably even a little anxiety. You might not know much about West GTA real estate, buying a house, how the home buying process works, or you might even be still a little skeptical about if buying a house is really right for you.  In this article you will read about why buying a house is a smart choice.
Pride of Ownership
Pride of ownership is usually the number one reason why people want to buy a home. A sense of knowing the house is yours and you are free to decorate, garden, or renovate anyway you want to is a great feeling. You have a sense of stability and security of knowing that you do not have to answer to a land lord, who could give you a 30 day notice to move out at any given time. Not only do you own the house but you own the land it sits on. Investing and owning in West GTA Real Estate, is an investment for your future.
Equity
You can gain a considerable amount of equity as soon as you buy your home, and each monthly mortgage payment you make you are one month closer to owning your home. Also each payment helps you build equity on your home. Another way you could add to your equity is home improvements that increase the value of your home. When you are renting you are paying someone else’s mortgage and building equity for them. Another thing to remember is if the real estate property values rise in West GTA then your equity will rise too.
Possible Home Appreciation
When making a large purchase, such as a car, boat, or major electronics you are making a purchase towards something that decreases in value. West GTA real estate increases in value over the years, especially if your house and property is well maintained. This means that when you are ready to move into another home you will more than likely be able to make a profit from your sale.
Those are just three major reasons why buying a house is a smart choice but there are still many more. You might still be thinking you are not sure you can afford to buy a new home or you are not sure your credit score is good enough to be able to get a loan. You probably still have questions about West GTA real estate market and the process of buying a home.  Contact me and me and my team of Professionals will be able to answer any questions you may have in regards to purchasing your first home.

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