Hello World! Welcome Friends! As you become an adult and move out of your parents’ home, you’re confronted with a choice. Should you rent a home or buy a home?
Most young adults rent a home while they decide what they want to do with their lives. However, at a certain point, you become aware that renting a home doesn’t build equity in your future. Conversely, when you own a home, you’re also investing in an asset that will increase in value over time.
But what types of real estate are available to you? What type of home should you choose as a future homeowner?
Keep reading for everything you need to know.
The Perks of Buying a Home
First, let’s talk about why it’s a good idea to invest in real estate.
As noted above, most properties will increase in value over time. Provided you take good care of the home, make repairs, and keep up with maintenance, your property will be worth much more than you paid for it in as little as 5 to 10 years.
When you own a home, you also have a lot more freedom to do with it as you please. This includes:
- Decorating
- Modifications, renovations, and updates
- Additions
- Property changes (fences, patios, sheds, etc.)
- And more
When renting a home, even if you’re allowed to make modifications, you’ll be paying to increase someone else’s equity. You will receive no return on your investment.
Apartments and Condominiums
Now, let’s look at some of the common types of real estate ownership – apartments and condominiums.
These homes are units located within large residential complexes. They’re generally more affordable than single-family homes.
However, apartments and condos come with numerous neighbors that live on the other side of your walls. As such, they don’t provide the privacy, peace, and solitude you might be looking for. You’ll also have limited outdoor space (if any).
Additionally, most condos and apartments have specific rules, guidelines, and policies you must abide by. On a positive note, however, these complexes usually come with community pools, hot tubs, fitness centers, and other valuable amenities.
Single Family Homes
Single-family homes are among the most common types of real estate. These offer the most benefits in terms of privacy, freedom, and equity.
These types of residential properties can come with spacious yards and plenty of indoor space for your family. You won’t have to deal with neighbors on either side of your walls or condominium agreements.
However, some homes do fall under homeowners associations. These can be beneficial in terms of neighborhood quality, safety, and cleanliness, but also come with HOA fees.
No matter what type of single-family home you invest in, you should be able to build positive equity in it. For example, if you’re in the military, it’s sometimes better to buy a home near your duty station because of the amount of equity you can build in a few short years.
When you get assigned to another duty station, you can sell the home or rent it out for a passive income. Check out this military real estate page to learn more.
Want to Know More About the Different Types of Real Estate Available to You?
Are you interested in buying a home for you and your family? What types of real estate interested you the most?
We hope this guide helps you come to the best decision for your lifestyle and your budget. And remember, there’s no rush. Don’t make a decision just to make a decision.
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