To buy, or to rent? That is the question

In 2007 775.000€ homes were sold in Spain. In 2013 this number was reduced to 312.000. Many people paid exorbitant amounts of money, and most of you probably know someone that lost money because of a bad investment. So, what is it better nowadays: to buy, or to rent? Today, Atipika Barcelona will give you the keys to make this important decision.

The first thing to take into account is that there is no clear or right answer to this question. It would be a mistake to affirm that any of this options is better than the other one. Each person has a different economic situation and there are many factors that need to be taken into account.

In the first place, we recommend that you make a profound analysis of the situation you are in. There’s nobody that knows you and your lifestyle better than yourself, you must ask yourself where you are and where you want to go, both professionally and personally.

To rent is to throw your money away?

To rent is not a way to waste your money, especially if you are looking for something temporal. Renting a property will give you freedom to move and to live, depending on the stage of your life, in a house that meets your needs and preferences.

Another aspect worth considering is that, in most cases, renting does not only mean saving the money destined to the community, insurance or maintenance expenses, as you will also enjoy some tax benefits.

Which advantages has buying a property?

Buying a property, undoubtedly gives you stability. It means that you will own the house in which your family can expand. A Home that can be refurbished and personalized with no limits. Furthermore, you will make investments in the house that you will not make if you were a tenant.

Atipika Barcelona gives you the counselling that you need and, no matter which decision you make, we can find the property you are looking for. Do not hesitate to contact us, we will listen to your needs and find exactly what you need.

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