[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$f24vtpyv64bqmm":3,"$ffeh0925h8cuz":38,"$fbwk2pqjjqsc7":42},{"item":4,"previous":26,"next":32},{"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":24,"updatedAt":25},53418,"more-than-a-house-the-emotional-benefits-of-homeownership","More Than a House: The Emotional Benefits of Homeownership","\u003Cp>With all the headlines and talk about housing affordability, it can be tempting to get lost in the financial side of buying a home.\u003C\u002Fp>","","blog","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20240528\u002F20240603-More-Than-a-House-The-Emotional-Benefits-of-Homeownership.png","\u003Cp>With all the headlines and talk about housing \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F04\u002F18\u002Fis-it-getting-more-affordable-to-buy-a-home\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">affordability\u003C\u002Fa>, it can be tempting to get lost in the \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F03\u002F13\u002Fyour-home-is-a-powerful-investment\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">financial side\u003C\u002Fa> of buying a home. That’s only natural as you think about the dollars and cents of it all.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>And while you ultimately need to be able to afford a home you buy, don’t lose sight of why \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F07\u002Ftips-for-younger-homebuyers-how-to-make-your-dream-a-reality\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">homeownership\u003C\u002Fa> was so important to you in the first place. That’s because \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F01\u002Fthe-perks-of-buying-over-renting\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">buying a home\u003C\u002Fa> is so much more than just a financial transaction. As the \u003Cem>National Association of Realtors \u003C\u002Fem>(NAR) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fpromoting-home-ownership\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">says\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“The benefits of purchasing and owning your place of residence are both financial and \u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>emotional – pride in homeownership and the feeling of security are huge intangible benefits\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem>.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>Here’s a look at just a few of those more emotional or lifestyle perks, to help anchor you to why \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F15\u002Fwhy-a-condo-may-be-a-great-option-for-your-first-home\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">homeownership\u003C\u002Fa> is one of your goals.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>A Sense of Satisfaction\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Owning a home is often associated with better mental health and well-being. That’s probably because buying a home is a big milestone. And the sense of satisfaction and pride that comes with achieving that goal just feels good. A recent article from the \u003Cem>Mortgage Reports\u003C\u002Fem> says:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“By and large, homeownership brings more satisfaction than renting. . . Surveyees scored the overall happiness level of homeowners at 88% compared to 67% for renters.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>More Stability for Your Family\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Another thing that may make \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F04\u002F17\u002Fis-it-better-to-rent-than-buy-a-home-right-now-1\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">homeowners\u003C\u002Fa> feel more satisfied is that they’re finally able to put down roots. Think about it. If you’re used to moving each time \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F04\u002F17\u002Fis-it-better-to-rent-than-buy-a-home-right-now-1\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">your lease\u003C\u002Fa> renews and your \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F01\u002Fthe-perks-of-buying-over-renting\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">rent climbs\u003C\u002Fa>, staying put for a while would be nice not just for you, but for any loved ones that live with you.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>A home can provide more predictability and the chance to make long-term friends. That should reduce everyone’s stress too. As NAR \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fpromoting-home-ownership\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">explains\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“Families also benefit from homeownership, with studies proving that parents are able to spend less time in a stressed state, therefore spending more time with their children. The ability for parents to feel stable has a huge impact on children’s behavioral issues, educational success, and future economic success.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>A Stronger Feeling of Community\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>And if you’re also looking for a sense of belonging for yourself, homeownership can help with that too. As \u003Cem>FinHabits\u003C\u002Fem> \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffinhabits.com\u002Fwhat-are-the-advantages-of-owning-a-house-instead-of-renting\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">says\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“Homeowners tend to be more involved in their local communities, leading to a stronger sense of belonging . . .”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>It makes sense. Your home connects you to your neighborhood and, by extension, your broader community. That’s because owning a home gives you a stake in that community’s future. So, becoming more involved and wanting to do what you can to help improve the area while making long-term relationships with neighbors is only natural.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>The Ability To Make the Space Your Own \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>And don’t forget, your home is a place that’s all yours. Unless you’ve got specific homeowner’s association requirements, you’re free to customize it however you see fit.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>So, if renting has been cramping your style, it’s time to express yourself and jump on the latest trends (if you want to). Whether that’s small home improvements or full-on renovations, your house can be exactly what you want and need it to be. And as your tastes and lifestyle change, so can your home. Picture coming home each day to a place that feels like you. That’s a feeling like no other. \u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>If you want to enjoy a sense of accomplishment and pride in where you’re living, let’s have a conversation to go over what you need to do now to make this future happen for you.\u003C\u002Fp>",false,[16,20],{"id":17,"name":18,"slug":19},5,"For Buyers","buyers",{"id":21,"name":22,"slug":23},322,"Affordability","affordability","2024-06-03T10:30:00Z","2024-06-03T10:30:27Z",{"id":27,"slug":28,"title":29,"featuredImage":30,"publishedAt":31,"contentType":10,"isVideo":14},53491,"top-reasons-to-own-a-home-infographic","Top Reasons To Own a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20240529\u002FTop-Reasons-To-Own-a-Home-KCM-Share.jpg","2024-05-31T10:30:00Z",{"id":33,"slug":34,"title":35,"featuredImage":36,"publishedAt":37,"contentType":10,"isVideo":14},53485,"what-to-expect-if-you-buy-or-sell-a-home-this-june","What To Expect if You Buy or Sell a Home This June","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20240529\u002F20240604-What-To-Expect-if-You-Buy-or-Sell-a-Home-This-June.png","2024-06-04T10:30:00Z",{"cover":39,"open":40,"shareSpread":41},"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",[43,47,48,52,56,60,64,68,72,76,80,84,88,92,96,100,104,108,112,116,120,124,125,129,133,137,141,145,149,153],{"id":44,"name":45,"slug":46},1,"Uncategorized","uncategorized",{"id":17,"name":18,"slug":19},{"id":49,"name":50,"slug":51},6,"For Sellers","sellers",{"id":53,"name":54,"slug":55},7,"Foreclosures","foreclosures",{"id":57,"name":58,"slug":59},8,"Infographics","infographics",{"id":61,"name":62,"slug":63},9,"Home Prices","home-prices",{"id":65,"name":66,"slug":67},11,"First-Time Buyers","first-time-buyers",{"id":69,"name":70,"slug":71},34,"Senior Market","senior-market",{"id":73,"name":74,"slug":75},35,"Mortgage Rates","mortgage-rates",{"id":77,"name":78,"slug":79},38,"Move-Up","move-up",{"id":81,"name":82,"slug":83},41,"For Sale by Owner","for-sale-by-owner",{"id":85,"name":86,"slug":87},42,"Featured","featured",{"id":89,"name":90,"slug":91},45,"New Construction","new-construction",{"id":93,"name":94,"slug":95},52,"Luxury \u002F Vacation","luxury--vacation",{"id":97,"name":98,"slug":99},53,"Rent vs. Buy","rent-vs-buy",{"id":101,"name":102,"slug":103},80,"Time-sensitive","time-sensitive",{"id":105,"name":106,"slug":107},81,"Outdated","outdated",{"id":109,"name":110,"slug":111},147,"Internal","internal",{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},148,"Do Not Autopost","do-not-autopost",{"id":117,"name":118,"slug":119},320,"Inventory","inventory",{"id":121,"name":122,"slug":123},321,"Agent Value","agent-value",{"id":21,"name":22,"slug":23},{"id":126,"name":127,"slug":128},323,"Buying Tips","buying-tips",{"id":130,"name":131,"slug":132},324,"Downsize","downsize",{"id":134,"name":135,"slug":136},325,"Economy","economy",{"id":138,"name":139,"slug":140},326,"Equity","equity",{"id":142,"name":143,"slug":144},327,"Forecasts","forecasts",{"id":146,"name":147,"slug":148},328,"Selling Tips","selling-tips",{"id":150,"name":151,"slug":152},339,"Expired\u002FWithdrawn\u002FCanceled","expiredwithdrawncanceled",{"id":154,"name":155,"slug":156},340,"Price It Right\u002FOverpricing","price-it-rightoverpricing"]