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Quick Cut: S2E179 The Magic of Owning a Home

Season 2, Ep. 179

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Homeownership is the cornerstone of the American Dream. In this episode, Brian explains why real estate has been the making of him in his career, as a provider for his family and as a primary source of investment. Topics discussed include why people’s homes were their refuge during the COVID-19 pandemic, why owning is better than renting and why, for many people, the mortgage interest write-off could be the difference between being a renter and being an owner.

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YOU WILL LEARN:

  • Why homeownership increases personal wealth and well-being.
  • Why homeownership promotes stronger families and neighborhoods.
  • Why homeownership is good for the economy.

 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


S2E124, Getting the Mortgage Monkey Off Your Back

 

INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:


“Food, shelter and clothing are the three predominant needs of humanity – and owning a home answers one of those.” – Brian Buffini


“A house is made with walls and beams. A home is made with love and dreams.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson


“Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full and managed with reasonable care, it is about the safest investment in the world.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt


“Having a home and buying real estate, even buying investment real estate, is a phenomenal goal to set your mind on, and a great set of goals to have as the end to which all your efforts are directed.” – Brian Buffini


“90 percent of all millionaires become so through owning real estate.” – Andrew Carnegie


“Can a home buy you happiness? No, it can't. But can it contribute to your happiness? Absolutely.” – Brian Buffini


“The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home.” – Confucius


“Owning a home is a magical thing. And it's the magic I hope that you currently are participating in.” – Brian Buffini


“Real estate has provided me with the income to go pursue the gifts God's given me to go help as many people as I can. I owe that to real estate.” – Brian Buffini


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