Cindy Smith, Coldwell Banker Spinks Brown Durand Realtors

7 REASONS TO OWN A HOME - 2. Appreciation. Historically, real estate has had a long-term, stable growth in value. In fact, median single-family existing-home sale prices have increased on average 5.2 percent each year from 1972 through 2014, according to the National Association of REALTORS. The recent housing crisis has caused some to question the long-term value of real estate, but even in the most recent 10 years, which included quite a few very bad years for housing, values are still up 7.0 percent on a cumulative basis. In addition, the number of U.S. households is expected to rise 10 to 15 percent over the next decade, creating continued high demand for housing. Appreciation is FREE MONEY.

7 REASONS TO OWN A HOME - According to the National Association of Realtors, there are 7 compelling reasons to own a home. Reason 1 - Tax benefits. The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, your property taxes, and some of the costs involved in buying a home.

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LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION - There's an old adage that claims the 3 most important things that affect real estate value are location, location and location - and it's true. The same house in two different neighborhoods can be worth vastly different amounts. Location will absolutely affect home values and your potential resale.