What is the primary reason you own or want to own a home?

Financial benefits: wealth/equity accumulation, appreciation, tax incentives, fixed payments, etc. 38% (180 votes)
Stability: live there as long as you choose, schools, establish community in the neighborhood, etc. 35% (167 votes)
Greater control/freedom: make your own decisions on improvements, maintenance, pets, etc. 20% (94 votes)
Fulfill personal goal: homeownership is core to the American Dream 5% (22 votes)
More choice: the rental market for townhouses and single-family homes is limited 2% (8 votes)

Total Votes: 471

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