Buying a home is unlike any other purchase in a consumer’s life. The investment is a major decision, both for an individual’s future and their finances, and gathering the courage to make it is challenging under any circumstances--much less after an extreme financial crisis. But there are many viable solutions to the challenges that “boomerang buyers” are facing today, including (but not limited to) the option of renting-to-own. These strategies enable people who were once “foreclosure victims” to reenter the world of home ownership comfortably, taking gradual steps toward their ultimate goal of buying a new house. This is an essential component of the American dream, and one that everyone should be entitled to pursue. Renting a house on a month-by-month basis is a well-known strategy for people who are not yet willing or able to commit to buying a house. But an equally important--yet much less well-known--housing option is rent-to-own, albeit for individuals who want to begin the process of purchasing a home. Rent-to-own is a fairly straightforward concept--renters pay a set amount of money to the owner each month, with the possibility of buying the house within a set period of time (Siddons &Opfer). At the beginning of the agreement, the renter and the owner must negotiate and decide upon a set rent and sales price for the house, which cannot be changed during the rent period, regardless of the variability of the housing market (Siddons &Opfer). The contract and the
However, hope might be on the horizon for the victims of the mortgage disaster of 2007/2008. Home buyers who were foreclosed upon years ago, or boomerang buyers, are beginning to be eligible to buy homes again. While some feel hope after feeling bamboozled by lenders and Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, some feel anxious and fearful of the thought of buying again. Yet there are lessons that have been learned by the mortgage meltdown. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac provided a lesson for the
Some people might think that renting and owning are pretty similar, but they do have a lot of differences that people tend not to think about. In fact most people don’t do a lot of research on the differences and similarities. Renting a place to live is a wiser choice and is cheaper in the long run, but having a place that you own has a lot of advantages to. Some differences that people don’t think about are maintenance, utilities, and restrictions.
Seeing other people reactions towards foreclosure helps me to develop a meaningful value of life and how to appreciate it everyday of my life. As I see what is going on around me I came up with three plans that can be executed to help all people who are dealing with foreclosure issues. This can become a major factor for the economy. One is called Own A Home , Financially Fit, and Bills To Kill. These are guaranteed plans that will help any individual that feels that they are not financially secured to become a homeowner. The Own A Home program is designed for aspiring homeowner in which they
Rent control first appeared in the United States in the early 1900s as a way of dealing with exorbitant rent prices brought about by wartime housing emergencies and tight housing markets. During this time, rent control was handled by the federal government. In the late 1940’s, the federal rent control system was gradually scaled back
Why would these Boomerang Buyers want to jump back into homeownership and at what cost would they “buy” another home? It’s understood that the American Dream of homeownership runs deep in the American belief system. Even people who have experienced foreclosure in the past, still dream of owning another home of their own even BEFORE they move from the foreclosed home. Why is this so important to Americans? The answer is partly based on marketing and myths that have been around for many years. The ability for one to create a pathway back to homeownership is varied and like many things, has potholes along the road. From predatory lenders to landlords who participate in rent to own or owner financing
The economic decline has possible home buyers, especially first time home buyers, scared to invest anything into the housing market. With the fear of another depression in the back of everyone's minds, some businesses are attempting to clarify the pros of home ownership.
When the Stock Market crashed in the late 2000s, millions were forced to leave their homes by means of foreclosure. Now, after many hardships, the economy is on the rise; and the housing market is making a comeback. Its previous victims are beginning to recover and start fresh in this young economy. The low interest rates and surplus of homes have made the once expensive houses more affordable to those who are seeking to restart. Although these “boomerang buyers” are able to afford these homes, their past record of foreclosure has hurt their credit score which makes it difficult to acquire loans in this cautious market. However, there are several steps such people can take and many methods they can
Brooklyn, NY – December 30, 2009 Foreclosures continue to rise drastically across the United States due to the recession, and have effected, and continue to affect thousands of families and individuals every day. One aspect we must take into consideration is that most people are not informed of what foreclosure means, or the process, even those who are homeowners. I believe that one step to preventing foreclosure is to educate first-time homebuyers. In addition, first-time homebuyer programs should not only assist potential buyers with financially preparing them to buy a home, but to keep the home once
When someone makes the decision to buy or rent a home they must consider the advantages and disadvantages of each. In buying a home the primary advantage is that you actually own it. You can do whatever you want with it. Also, you are building equity as the years go by. “People today have problems saving for their future” (CNN Money, 2014). However, when they buy a home, the
Thesis: Home ownership provides greater potential gains than renting, while renting provides superior financial flexibility.
Some individuals may believe that buying a home is part of the American dream and that renting an apartment does not compare, yet satisfied renters would disagree. Even though owning a home provides a sense of security while allowing modifications without permission, renting is preferred more often over buying because the expense of updating, monthly payments combined with utilities, and paying insurance on a home comes with a high price tag. A homeowner does have several luxuries such as forming lasting friendships with their neighbors, making landscaping changes to their yard, painting and designing their home. While that remains true, renting an apartment comes with several different options and
Looking back at the history, the ‘rent-to-own concept has always been one of the most passionate subject in the domain of renting to owning a property. Considering the difficulties that can be associated to the concept‘rent-to-own’, such as not being able fulfill your part of the contract and maybe ended up losing all the money you have invested in a house that would never be yours, I think it is very important to make a serious plan before thinking about jumping into anything of that kind that could become a terrible problem. So, my solution is simple: make a plan in relation to the job your have, to the condition/situation of the actual economy of the country, and also base on the agreement you make with a home owner.
n today’s economy, prices for everything, especially homes, have sky rocketed and with this in mind, the opportunity to rent-to-own is sought after as not only the most popular option, but more often the best option. Rent-to-own is negotiated through contract so that the renter can eventually complete his or her payments and eventually claim the house as their own property. With other various ways to pay for a home, many potential home owners will most commonly find themselves confused and may have multiple questions regarding what payment option is the best for them. Like everything in life, rent-to-own has its pros as well as its cons. It is up to both the Buyer and the Seller to properly negotiate so that the pros outweigh the cons and that both parties can be equally satisfied. After the Backlash of the economic recession, people who have lost their homes due to foreclosure must be able to quickly find a seller who will work with them, negotiate a rent-to-own payment plan with reasonable payment costs, understand the other payment options available, and finally, be able to secure his or her purchase and eventually claim full ownership of the home.
Establish Credibility: According to US News, the great American dream of owning a home appears poised for a comeback. Real estate company Trulia reports that in many parts of the country, rents are rising while housing prices are falling, making buying a home more affordable. Trulia found that in 98 out of 100 major metropolitan areas, including Detroit, Atlanta, and Cleveland, buying has become more affordable than renting.” I think the mortgage catastrophe of 2001 left prospective home buyers afraid of buying a house without being extremely certain that is the right decision.
Have reasons like bad credit, self employment, or a low income kept you for owning your own property? Do you feel that a mortgage for a lending institution is nowhere in sight? Well, there is good news! There is an alternative that not only grants you ownership in a property, but also allows you to build your credit score. There is a "lease with an option to buy." Just as the name implies, a lease option is like signing off on two contracts: a lease contract, and an option to buy. A lease is simply a rental agreement on a property that outlines all the terms and conditions like rental rate and the term of the rent. With a lease option, the "option" part allows you to purchase the property sometime in the future. A typical lease option contract includes the terms of the purchase price, the expiration date of the purchase option, and the percentage of rent that will go towards the purchase price each month. Lease options make for one of the best way to assume ownership of a home. It allows for an easier way to qualify than a traditional mortgage loan, and works along the same means as renting. The only requirements of a lease option are that your credit and job requirements fall under the category of "normal." A mortgage lender will more heavily scrutinize your credit as well as your income, and a property owner will tend to be a lot more lenient. Another strong advantage of a lease option is that it may have only a small initial investment. One month 's rent and a security