06/26/2023
High Rent is causing renters to make tough decisions. Some are moving back in with family, and many are forced to move out of the school district their children need and/or forcing them to move into unsafe neighborhoods.
Rents are going up with inflation. If you don't want to be on edge and praying that you're landlord isn't going to raise your rent, let's talk and discuss a long-term or short-term plan to help you own so you are not at the mercy of landlords. Lenders can help you with a plan to improve your credit and assist with down-payment assistance plans.
Wondering if it makes sense to buy a home today even when inflation is high? When other costs go up due to inflation, buying a home helps you keep your monthly housing expense steady.
Rents typically increase with inflation. Maybe that’s why, according to a recent survey, 65.1% of landlords say they plan to raise the rent of at least one of their properties within the next 12 months.
Especially when inflation is up, having a stable housing payment can be helpful.
More info in this article: https://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/2023/06/23/homeownership-helps-protect-you-from-inflation-infographic/
I would love to help you with your home-buying journey!
Chuck Batey/Realtor
eXp Realty
309-267-5261
Wondering if it makes sense to buy a home today even when inflation is high? When other costs go up due to inflation, buying a home helps you keep your monthly housing expense steady.