"Home is where the heart is" is frequently used to express the sentimental attachment many people feel to their place of residence. It provides you with a feeling of stability. If you are financially prepared, homeownership can be not just one of the largest investments of your life, but also highly rewarding. Below are some of the benefits you will find in purchasing a home.

• You can control your monthly housing payment.
• You'll build home equity with each monthly payment.
• Your home value will rise over time.
• You can use home equity to build wealth.
• You can convert your home equity to cash.
• You'll build credit.
• Tax deductions.
• You can make the home your own.

The advantages of buying and owning a home are both financial and intangible; among the intangible rewards are the sense of security and pride in homeownership. The value of your property over time is an evident financial benefit of owning. Housing markets certainly go through cycles, but your home will almost always appreciate over time.