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As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth

As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth | Simplifying The Market

Homeownership is still a crucial part of the American dream. For those people who own a home (and those looking to buy one), its clear that being a homeowner has considerable benefits both emotionally and financially. In addition to long-term stability, buying a home is one of the best ways to increase your net worth. This boost to your wealth comes in the form of equity.

Equity is the difference between what you owe on the home and its market value based on factors like price appreciation.

The best thing about equity is that it often grows without you even realizing it, especially in a sellers market like were in now. In todays real estate market, the combination of low housing supply and high buyer demand is driving home values up. This is giving homeowners a significant equity boost.

According to the latest data from CoreLogic, the amount of equity homeowners have has continued to grow as home values appreciate. Here are some key takeaways from the Homeowner Equity Insights Report:

  • The average homeowner gained $51,500 in equity over the past year
  • There was a 29.3% increase in national homeowner equity year over year

To give you an idea of what that looks like in your area, the map below shows the average equity gains by state.As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth | Simplifying The Market

What does all of that mean for you?

If youre already a homeowner, you likely have more equity in your house than you realize. The numbers in the map above reflect year-over-year growth. If youve been in your home for longer than a year, youll likely have even more equity than that. That equity can take you places. You can use the equity youve gained to fuel your next move, achieve other life goals, and more.

On the other hand, if you havent purchased a home yet, understanding equity can help you realize why homeownership is a worthwhile goal. Homeowners across the nation gained an average of over $50,000 in equity this year. Dont miss out on this chance to grow your net worth.

Bottom Line

If you want to learn more, lets connect. A trusted advisor can help you understand where home prices are today, how they contribute to a homeowners net worth, and the impact equity can have when you own a home.

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