[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$f2qgn4t93u4nhs":3,"$ffeh0925h8cuz":42,"$fbwk2pqjjqsc7":46},{"item":4,"previous":30,"next":36},{"id":5,"slug":6,"title":7,"description":8,"excerpt":9,"contentType":10,"featuredImage":11,"bannerImage":9,"body":12,"agentsBottomLine":13,"bodyImage":9,"isInfographic":14,"categories":15,"isVideo":14,"videoThumbnail":9,"videoSource":9,"publishedAt":28,"updatedAt":29},34123,"why-homeowners-are-thankful-they-own","Why Homeowners Are Thankful They Own","\u003Cp>Countless people have set out on the exciting journey of homeownership.\u003C\u002Fp>","","blog","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20231115\u002F20231123-Why-Homeowners-are-thankful-they-own.png","\u003Cp>Countless people have set out on the exciting journey of \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F10\u002F26\u002Faffordable-homeownership-strategies-for-gen-z\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">homeownership\u003C\u002Fa>. Ask around and you’ll find the vast majority are thankful they took the leap and bought a home. But why? It’s because of the many emotional and lifestyle benefits that come with being a homeowner.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>So, if you’re trying to decide if you want to \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F10\u002F13\u002Fthe-difference-between-renting-and-buying-a-home-infographic\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">rent or buy\u003C\u002Fa> a home, here are just a few of the many benefits you could look forward to if you buy.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>It’s a Safe Haven\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Owning a home goes beyond just having a roof over your head. It provides a sense of security and safety. In fact, in a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fanniemae.com\u002Fresearch-and-insights\u002Fperspectives\u002Fconsumers-homeownership-aspirations-remain-high-despite-higher-home-prices-and-interest-rates\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">survey\u003C\u002Fa> from \u003Cem>Fannie Mae\u003C\u002Fem>, respondents say “having a sense of privacy and security” is one of the top reasons homeownership is preferred to renting. And in a different \u003Cem>Fannie Mae\u003C\u002Fem> \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fanniemae.com\u002Fmedia\u002F47726\u002Fdisplay\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">survey\u003C\u002Fa>, “living in a place where you and your family feels safe” is another one of the top benefits of homeownership.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Your home is a place where you can truly relax and unwind. Knowing that you have a sanctuary to return to at the end of the day is a great source of comfort.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>It’s a Canvas for Self-Expression\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>For many homeowners, their home is a reflection of who they are. The \u003Cem>National Association of Realtors\u003C\u002Fem> (NAR), \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fmagazine\u002Ftools\u002Fclient-education\u002Fhandouts-for-buyers\u002F7-reasons-to-own-a-home\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">says\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“The home is yours. \u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>You can decorate any way you want and choose the types of upgrades and new amenities that appeal to your lifestyle.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem>”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>From the color of the front door to the art hanging on the walls, every detail contributes to a unique expression of personal style.\u003Cem> \u003C\u002Fem>Put simply, owning a home gives you the freedom to make changes and improvements that resonate with your personality.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>It Helps You Feel More Connected to the Community\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Stability is another cornerstone of homeownership. The longer you stay put, the more emotionally connected you are to your community. For example, if your neighborhood does cook-outs, block parties, or other events, you’ll feel more engaged and probably build meaningful relationships with those around you. As NAR \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fmagazine\u002Ftools\u002Fclient-education\u002Fhandouts-for-buyers\u002F7-reasons-to-own-a-home\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">states\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“\u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>Remaining in one neighborhood for several years allows you and your family time to build long-lasting relationships within the community\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem>.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>The sense of community where you can make life-long friends helps give you more stability and predictability than you’d have if you move each time a rental lease renews.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Its Where Lifelong Memories Are Made\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Not to mention, your home is where you’ll make many memories. It’s a backdrop for the stories of your life. Celebrating milestones, hosting gatherings, and building a treasure trove of special moments within the walls of your home is a heartwarming experience to be thankful for.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"color: black;\">As you start thinking about buying a home, remember why so many people are glad they did. Homeownership isn’t just a \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F14\u002Fhome-prices-keep-climbing-in-most-markets\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">financial decision\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cspan style=\"color: black;\">. It’s about having a stable place where you can make lasting memories. If you're thinking of buying a home and want advice, \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F10\u002F30\u002Fa-real-estate-agent-helps-take-the-fear-out-of-the-market\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">let's chat\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cspan style=\"color: black;\">.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",false,[16,20,24],{"id":17,"name":18,"slug":19},5,"For Buyers","buyers",{"id":21,"name":22,"slug":23},11,"First-Time Buyers","first-time-buyers",{"id":25,"name":26,"slug":27},53,"Rent vs. Buy","rent-vs-buy","2023-11-23T11:30:00Z","2023-11-23T11:30:52Z",{"id":31,"slug":32,"title":33,"featuredImage":34,"publishedAt":35,"contentType":10,"isVideo":14},33944,"home-prices-still-growing-just-at-a-more-normal-pace","Home Prices Still Growing – Just at a More Normal Pace","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20231114\u002F20231122-Home-Prices-Still-Growing-Just-at-a-More-Normal-Pace.png","2023-11-22T11:30:00Z",{"id":37,"slug":38,"title":39,"featuredImage":40,"publishedAt":41,"contentType":10,"isVideo":14},34612,"why-homeowners-feel-thankful-for-their-homes-infographic","Why Homeowners Feel Thankful for Their Homes [INFOGRAPHIC]","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20231121\u002FWhy-Homeowners-Feel-Thankful-For-Their-Homes-KCM-Share.png","2023-11-24T11:30:00Z",{"cover":43,"open":44,"shareSpread":45},"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260603\u002F2026-Summer-Buyers-Guide-Cover-original.png","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260603\u002F2026-Summer-Buyers-Guide-Spread-original.png","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260603\u002F2026-Summer-Buyers-Guide-Magazine-original.png",[47,51,52,56,60,64,68,69,73,77,81,85,89,93,97,98,102,106,110,114,118,122,126,130,134,138,142,146,150,154],{"id":48,"name":49,"slug":50},1,"Uncategorized","uncategorized",{"id":17,"name":18,"slug":19},{"id":53,"name":54,"slug":55},6,"For Sellers","sellers",{"id":57,"name":58,"slug":59},7,"Foreclosures","foreclosures",{"id":61,"name":62,"slug":63},8,"Infographics","infographics",{"id":65,"name":66,"slug":67},9,"Home Prices","home-prices",{"id":21,"name":22,"slug":23},{"id":70,"name":71,"slug":72},34,"Senior Market","senior-market",{"id":74,"name":75,"slug":76},35,"Mortgage Rates","mortgage-rates",{"id":78,"name":79,"slug":80},38,"Move-Up","move-up",{"id":82,"name":83,"slug":84},41,"For Sale by Owner","for-sale-by-owner",{"id":86,"name":87,"slug":88},42,"Featured","featured",{"id":90,"name":91,"slug":92},45,"New Construction","new-construction",{"id":94,"name":95,"slug":96},52,"Luxury \u002F Vacation","luxury--vacation",{"id":25,"name":26,"slug":27},{"id":99,"name":100,"slug":101},80,"Time-sensitive","time-sensitive",{"id":103,"name":104,"slug":105},81,"Outdated","outdated",{"id":107,"name":108,"slug":109},147,"Internal","internal",{"id":111,"name":112,"slug":113},148,"Do Not Autopost","do-not-autopost",{"id":115,"name":116,"slug":117},320,"Inventory","inventory",{"id":119,"name":120,"slug":121},321,"Agent Value","agent-value",{"id":123,"name":124,"slug":125},322,"Affordability","affordability",{"id":127,"name":128,"slug":129},323,"Buying Tips","buying-tips",{"id":131,"name":132,"slug":133},324,"Downsize","downsize",{"id":135,"name":136,"slug":137},325,"Economy","economy",{"id":139,"name":140,"slug":141},326,"Equity","equity",{"id":143,"name":144,"slug":145},327,"Forecasts","forecasts",{"id":147,"name":148,"slug":149},328,"Selling Tips","selling-tips",{"id":151,"name":152,"slug":153},339,"Expired\u002FWithdrawn\u002FCanceled","expiredwithdrawncanceled",{"id":155,"name":156,"slug":157},340,"Price It Right\u002FOverpricing","price-it-rightoverpricing"]