Still Renting? Here's How True Homes Makes Owning Feel Within Reach

Have you only known a life of renting? Does the thought of owning a home seem like a far-off dream or a remote possibility? The idea of homeownership can be intimidating, especially if you’ve been renting for a long time. But at True Homes, we’re here to help you realize the full potential that can come with homeownership. 

That’s why we developed the personalized Renter-to-Homeownership Plan, which is designed to shepherd you through the journey from renting someone else’s space to owning your own dream home. We also value the idea of your home being uniquely yours, so we’ve crafted parts of this plan to ensure you have the flexibility of options and customization. Read on to learn more about the Renter-to-Homeownership Plan, personalized for every individual.

Know Your Buying Power 

The first step in this process is getting a personalized assessment to determine the full breadth of your buying power. Part of why the idea of homeownership may feel out of reach may be the fear of costs, the lack of knowledge on what you can afford, or the belief that there aren’t any options in your price range. This assessment is explicitly built to help determine what exactly you can afford, so you can take the next step in this journey with confidence. 

Compare Renting vs. Owning

Next, we’ll crunch the numbers and walk you through comparisons of monthly payments for rent vs. a mortgage. You’ll get a well-rounded snapshot of how different or similar these monthly costs can be, and they can help inform the next step in your journey. It’s here that we’ll also demonstrate the value of equity and appreciation, and how these elements can add long-term value to the prospect of homeownership.

Find a Home That Fits the Budget 

Here, we zero in on the three things that are most important when deciding on a home: 

• Price: We’ve already established your buying power, so with that knowledge, we can narrow down to homes that are comfortably within your price range.  
• Place: Location can be almost or equally as impactful as the cost of the home itself, so we’ll help you establish an ideal area where you want to live.
• Plan: The options and flexibility that come with choosing a floorplan that fits your life now and later are a big factor in establishing how your final home will look.

Customize Your Space 

A big part of the True Homes touch is the opportunity to customize certain features in your home. You can explore different floorplans to find the one that best fits your lifestyle, and then add features and other customizations that you love. This semi-custom approach provides a level of flexibility in crafting your own home that is unique.

Get a Total Home Solution

At this point, you’ll get to see all of what’s included in your new, semi-custom home, and the total cost to purchase. We structure this element as a single, all-in monthly payment that allows you a transparent look at all you can get for your money. 

Bottom Line

The path to homeownership doesn’t have to be scary or overwhelming. When you partner with us, you lock in a reliable guide that will be with you every step of the way. Here at True Homes, you're our number one priority, and the goal will always be to get you into a home that fits most comfortably within your life. That’s why we personalize your plan exclusively to you to help ensure the right fit. Whether you’re one month or one year out from the idea of owning a home, we’re here to start your journey with you and offer the support you need.