Homeownership Helps Protect You from Inflation

June 23, 2023

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Homeownership Helps Protect You from Inflation

Infographic compares steady homeownership costs with rising rents during inflation, including a historical rent and inflation chart.

 

Some Highlights

  • 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. Connect with a local real estate agent so you can learn more and start your journey to owning a home today.

(2023, June 23). Homeownership Helps Protect You from Inflation. Keeping Current Matters. https://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/2023/06/23/homeownership-helps-protect-you-from-inflation-infographic/

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