Why Renting an Apartment is Better than Buying a House
Are you trying to decide between renting an apartment or buying a house? The choice can often be difficult. Buying a home gives you ownership, as well as privacy and home equity; however, it can be expensive when it comes to things like taxes, interest, insurance, and repairs. Renting an apartment, on the other hand, is more flexible and requires lower maintenance, but you may end up having to deal with loud neighbors or rent increases. Below, we have listed some of the top advantages of renting an apartment.
1. No Maintenance Fee
One of the best benefits of renting an apartment is that there are no fees when it comes to maintenance or repairs; landlords are responsible for these costs. If an appliance in your apartment stops working or your toilet is leaking, you call the landlord, who is required to fix or replace it. When you buy a home, on the other hand, you are solely responsible for all maintenance and repair fees, which can get pricey very quickly.
2. No Property Taxes
Another major benefit of renting an apartment is that you are not required to pay property taxes. Annual property taxes for homeowners vary by county and can cost up to thousands of dollars. Property tax calculations are based on the estimated property value of the house and the amount of land on which it is built.
3. More Flexibility
Renting an apartment gives you much more flexibility than buying a home. Are you tired of where you’re living and want to experience somewhere new? Or are you needing to move quickly for a new job? When you rent, it makes it much easier to move around. Plus, it’s a lot easier to get out of a lease than a home mortgage.
4. Access to Amenities
Today, the majority of apartment complexes offer a variety of amenities at no additional charge that you would not get in a home, such as an in-ground swimming pool, a fitness center, a playground, among others.
5. Lower Utility Costs
A major perk of apartment living is that you will have much lower utility costs. Most often, those who live in apartments pay far less in monthly utility bills than those living in homes. This is due to the fact that it takes much more energy to heat or cool an entire house compared to heating or cooling a 900 sq. ft. apartment.
There are some apartments which include utilities in the monthly rent. Make sure you ask your landlord whether utilities are included in the rent.
6. Lower Insurance Costs
According to the Insurance Information Institute, the average cost of renter’s insurance is only $179 per year. However, for homeowners, the average insurance policy costs $1,249 per year.
7. Lower Upfront Costs
Unlike buying a home, renting an apartment does not include all of the costly fees. Generally, you will just need to provide a security deposit, as well as your first month’s rent.
On the other hand, when purchasing a home with a mortgage, you will be required to pay a down payment; typically, the down payment is around 20% of the property’s value. For example, a $200,000 house will require a $40,000 down payment.
Contact Sundown Management Group Today
Deciding whether to rent an apartment or buy a house isn’t always an easy choice. Renting an apartment can offer you a nice place to call home, but with more flexibility. If you’ve decided to rent an apartment, Sundown Management Group is the perfect place to look in Central Arkansas. Call us today at (501) 259-0844.
About Sundown Management Group
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Sundown Management Group is a real estate investment group in Central Arkansas focusing on multi-family apartment rentals and providing mini-storage options.
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