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Pride in owning In a survey done of homeowners and renters showed that 76% of owners and 66% of renters considered pride of ownership an important reason for buying. Dislike paying rent Almost equal portions of owners and renters, close to 7 to 10, said a dislike of paying rent was an important reason to buy. Make home a reflection of you Also an important reason mentioned by more than 6 in 10 owners and renters was an owner's ability to control and modify a home's features. Settling down More than 6 in 10 renters said 'settling down' was an important reason to buy. Good investment 76% Of owners and 69% of renters said the investment aspect of ownership was important. Long-term appreciation People consider home ownership a good investment because they view it as a long-term venture. Historically, home prices have risen at relatively steady rates. Source of savings
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