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September 6, 2008

Benefits of Living in a Santa Cruz Condo

Condo living is a great option for those who want to own their own home, but live a busy lifestyle. The amenities, social network, and ease of ownership are all great reasons to consider buying a Santa Cruz condo. With a condo, you get the benefits of home ownership without all the responsibility.

1. Benefits of home ownership. When you own a condo, you’re still considered a home owner. This means your mortgage interest is tax deductible. Your condo is also an investment that should go up in value while you own it. Ideally, you can sell it for a profit when you’re ready to move.

2. Less home maintenance. If you’re like most people, your life is already busy. You may not have time to mow the grass or shovel snow. With a condo, you are only responsible for maintaining what’s inside your unit. Most condo associations take care of the building’s exterior which will free up your valuable time for your other interests.

3. Added security.  When you buy a Santa Cruz condo, you become part of a community that is different from most single family home subdivisions. You and your neighbors share common areas like the swimming pool and recreation facilities. This familiarity gives you an added security because you and your neighbors get to know each other. For this reason, you are all more likely to notice anything suspicious in your community.

If the condo lifestyle seems right for you, now is a great time to buy. Let me help you find the perfect  Santa Cruz condo for you. Call me today at 831.662.6522 or email me at lauren@laurenspencer.com

LINKS:

1. Tax deductions for home owners

2. Common home repairs

3. Form a neighborhood watch

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