Should I rent or buy? By Brett Jennings NMLS #491378NOW- It’s a perfect time to Buy!

Brett Jennings Mortgage Advisor Cell: (540) 287-0466 | Office: (540) 287-0466Email: brett.jennings@mortgagefamily.com http:\\brettjennings.phhmortgage.com

Owning a home is not as difficult as some may think.  Most people can qualify for a mortgage with a credit score over 620 points. You should consult with a certified loan officer to determine your eligibility.

Interest rates are historically low right now, buying a house is, in most cases, cheaper than the option of renting with many more benefits. Most loan expert forecast interest rates to increase this year, so right now are the most favorable interest rates you may see for years, saving hundreds of dollars a month on most loans compared to future rate predictions.

When you rent you never get a return on your money, and in most cases, you will lose part or all of your security deposit. Home values are projected to increase between 3-5% per year over the next five year period, so home ownership allows you to build equity.

Owning a home will allow you to write off interest paid on your mortgage, often resulting in lower taxes and/or a higher tax return.

Home Ownership puts you in Control, not your Landlord. You can make it you own, with your vision, plans, improvements and personal touches.

Look at the following examples comparing of the possibility of owning a beautiful Waterfront Home in Lake Wilderness or a large custom built rambler in Lake of the Woods compared to renting a townhouse in the Fredericksburg area.

There is no time like the present to experience the hallmark status of the American Dream- Home Ownership! With low priced homes on the market, interest rates at historically low levels, and the economy recovering Now is the “Perfect Storm” for home buyers, don’t Miss it.

Legal Disclaimer: Interest rates change on a daily basis, so work with your lender to secure the most favorable rate possible for your circumstances*  Obtaining a mortgage requires that you to meet the underwriting program guidelines depending on which loan program you are

applying.

This is not a commitment to lend. All pre-approval requests or applications are subject to complete underwriting review. All information deemed to be accurate but cannot be guaranteed.

*The rates used in these examples is based on rates and credit scores of 720

from www.bankrate.com on 26th December 2014.

The Advantages of BUYING rather than Renting!

Military Veterans! Houses in the greater Fredericksburg area!Before you sign a lease agreement, take a look at what your zero

down payment VA loan can get you! Save $500 monthly

RentMonthly Rent $1795

Security deposit $1795

3 Bedrooms 2 ½ baths

1655 sq feet

Limited parking ,visitors may be towed

OwnoAsking price $239,999o2056sq feet, 3 bedrooms 2 bathso 2 car garageoMonthly payment $1292.62 With Tax & INSo3.5% fixed APR 3.587%oGet a large tax break at end of yearoSave by owning $502.68 per month

You’ll save $210 per months when buying this house, and it has over 600sq feet more VS the Townhouse. Plus you own it! And you still get an amazing tax break at the end of the year AND Get to enjoy Waterfront Living at Lake Wilderness!

oRent oMonthly rent $1850oSecurity deposit $1850o3 bedrooms 2 ½ bathsoNo tax break

Buy•Asking price $299,000 •1882 finished sq feet 4 bedrooms, 2 baths•5% down payment “may be a gift”.•Monthly payment $1639.82 with tax & Ins.•3.775% APR 3.877%•Waterfront Property, Great Views

Tired of living in Apartments? Apartments can be expensive and can have many restrictions while you live there. Look at this option instead!

RentoThis is a high end apartment In Celebrate VirginiaoMonthly rent ranges from $1625-$2265•Brand new 3 bedroom and 2 baths•1,300 sq feet

Own•Asking price $244,000•1,870 Finished sq feet 3 bedrooms 3 baths•Zero down payment USDA loan•Monthly payment $1454.75 %3.875 APR %4.045•%2 funding fee and %.40 monthly INS