Much has been written about how residential real estate values have increased since the housing market started its recovery in 2012. However, little has been shared about what has taken place with residential rental prices. Let’s shed a little light on this subject. In the most recent Apartment Rent Report, RentCafe explains how rents have continued to increase […]
Where you livin’? Renting Vs. Owning
Some Highlights: Owning your own home vs. renting may lead to some great options, such as locking in your monthly payments and having the freedom to customize your living space. Whether you rent or own, you have to cover someone’s mortgage costs. You may as well be doing so to build your own wealth, rather […]
Owning Costs Less While Renters Paying Substantially More
In a recent Insights Blog, CoreLogic reported that rent prices have skyrocketed since 2005. Meanwhile, the typical mortgage payment has actually decreased. “CoreLogic’s national rent index was up 36% in December 2018 compared with December 2005, while the typical mortgage payment was down 4% over that period.” Why the difference between the costs of renting versus owning? It […]
Renting in Knoxville? Stop Paying Your Landlord’s Mortgage!
Are you renting in Knoxville? It may be time to stop paying your landlord’s mortgage. There are lots of folks out there that haven’t bought a home yet because they don’t feel comfortable taking on the commitment of a mortgage. What everyone needs to realize is that, unless you are living with your parents rent free, you are paying a mortgage […]