Take Charge and Reach Your Goals. Owning vs. Renting The PICPA Pennsylvania Institute of Certified...

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Take Charge and Reach Your Goals

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Page 1: Take Charge and Reach Your Goals. Owning vs. Renting The PICPA Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants PICPA is a professional association.

Take Charge and

Reach Your Goals

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The PICPA• Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public

Accountants• PICPA is a professional association of more

than 20,000 CPAs working together to improve the profession and serve the public interest.

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HomeIn most cases it’s better to own a home.Benefits of ownership:• Tax benefits• Equity• Stability• Borrowing power

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HomeTax Benefits• Exclusion of capital gain when your house is

sold • Deducting points and closing costs • Home improvements, repairs, and real estate

taxes• Mortgage Interest

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HomeEquity:The portion of property that's actually owned, or equity, also rises over time.

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HomeStability:Know what you’ll owe in years to come.

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HomeBorrowing power:Borrow against your home.

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HomeBenefits of Renting:• Flexibility• Cost• Maintenance

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HomeFlexibility:Pick up and move almost whenever you want!

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HomeCost:Cheaper than owning a home.

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HomeMaintenance:Someone else does your repair work!

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CarBuying or leasing depends on your situation and other options:• How long will you keep the car?• How much do you drive?• How do you treat your car?

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Questions?