Owning a Home isn’t the same kind of investment as stocks and bonds. What you get is a USE asset that depreciates over time while it grows in market value. All you have to do is keep your home in good repair to maximize your investment.

Five Reasons why you get more for your money than the stock market

1. Leverage. with stocks, you put in all your money for a little piece of a company. With a house, you put in a little money to get the enire house. 2. Tax Benefits. Uncle Sam knows that you owning a home can be hard work; that is why you get tax incentives. Consider the benefits of fixed-rate mortgages, property tax write-offs, interest rate deductions and depreciation. 3. Control. With a home, you have control-what you buy, how much you pay, and where you live. 4. Lifestyle. With a home, you are purchasing a vantage point for yourself and your family, the neighborhood you want to be in and the size and lifestyle of a home that fits your needs. 5. Value. Unlike some stocks, your house will seldom become worthless. Barring a catastrophe, your home will retain a major portion of its value, even in the worst times.