To Buy or Not to Buy? Here’s the Real Answer

You’ve probably heard it a hundred times: Now’s not the right time to buy. Or Maybe I’ll wait for prices to drop.

Here’s the truth: there is never a perfect time to buy a home. The market is always moving. But what really matters is your timing—is it good for you right now?

Let’s keep it simple:

You’ll always need a place to live.
If rent works now, great—but don’t ignore the trend.
Rents in CT have gone way up since 2020.

Some say, “I pay $500 a month.” Great—but when landlords see similar places renting for double, they will catch up. They might sell or raise rents.

New owners pay more taxes, insurance, and need to raise rents. It’s not about fair—it’s what the data shows.

Owning protects you. You get a roof and a piggy bank—an investment that grows.

Invest in yourself. Invest in your family. Own your future.

Rent vs. Own: What’s Right for You?

Let’s have a real talk—because chances are, you’ve asked yourself this: Should I keep renting, or is it time to buy?

Renting can be simple. You don’t worry about repairs, property taxes, or cutting the grass. But you know what else you’re not doing? Building anything for yourself.

When you rent, your money helps someone else pay off their mortgage—and grow their wealth. That’s fine for a while, but long term? You’re handing over cash month after month with nothing to show for it.

Now here’s the kicker—rents have skyrocketed in Connecticut since 2020, and they’re not slowing down. If your rent feels manageable now, ask yourself: How much of a rent hike can I really handle next year? Or the year after that?

Meanwhile, owning a home means:

Your payments build equity — money you can tap into later.
You get stability — no surprise rent increases or sudden move-outs.
And long term? Real estate has a habit of growing in value.

Bottom line: if you’re ready to invest in yourself, your future, and your family, it may be time to stop renting and start owning.

Rent prices in CT