{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep 18: 6 Reasons to Buy a Home","description":"A lot of people are worried that the housing market has been slowing down. But houses are still selling quickly and the market is still very strong. Rates are higher, but it still makes sense to buy.&amp;nbsp; Mortgages are still cheaper than rent on average and there are various other benefits to owning a home. On today\u2019s episode, we\u2019ll explore 6 major reasons you should consider buying. We\u2019ll also answer two mailbag questions on mortgage insurance and mortgage companies. Listen to this week\u2019s show to learn more about:  Paying toward a mortgage builds your equity and savings cushion. (2:15) Your home will appreciate in value over time. (7:36) Your mortgage is stable and will likely be the same payment over time. (11:15)  Enjoyed the episode? Make sure to subscribe and share with your friends and family. &amp;nbsp; CONTACT:&amp;nbsp; Schedule a time to meet with Bill&amp;nbsp;here. Visit the Smart Mortgage Show&amp;nbsp;website&amp;nbsp;for more podcasts, videos and info. Call: 484-352-4151. Visit LendUS\u00ae on the&amp;nbsp;web. ","author_name":"Smart Mortgage Show with Bill Litton","author_url":"https:\/\/smartmortgageshow.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/23890146\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/23890146"}