Owning a home is a major financial milestone and an achievement to take pride in. One major reason: the equity you build as a homeowner gives your net worth a big boost. And with high inflation right now, the link between owning your home and building your wealth is especially important.

If youre looking to increase your financial security, heres why now could be a good time to start on your journey toward

Some Highlights

• While buyer demand has moderated and housing supply has grown in recent months, its still a sellers market because inventory is low.
• The latest data shows sellers continue to benefit from serious buyers and competitive offers. In July, the average home received 2.8 offers and 39% sold over the asking price.
• You havent missed your

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, this year, builders are on pace to complete more than a million new homes in this country. If youve had trouble finding a home to buy over the past year, it may be time to work with your trusted agent to consider a new build and the incentives that come with it. Heres