Homeownership & the Positive Effect on Children

The Facts
Buying a home is quite possibly the biggest financial step most of us will make in our lifetime. While there's nothing wrong with renting while getting a plan together, a 2001 report by the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University shows that choosing to rent as a long-term lifestyle can have less than stellar effects on a person, specifically children, whose cognitive abilities are still rapidly developing. In fact, their 29-page report on The Impact of Homeownership on Child Outcomes has more than a handful of reasons how being a homeowner creates successful kids. From increased confidence due to location stability (not moving frequently) to an increase in social capital (stronger bonds with peers over time), the benefits of living in an owned home are tremendous.

12 to 23 Percent
That's the performance gap Harvard found between children who live in owned homes versus those raised in a rental environment. This includes findings like children of homeowners "achieving math scores up to nine percent higher, reading scores up to seven percent higher, and reductions in children's behavior problems of up to three percent.

The Rausch Coleman Homes Commitment
These startling findings are just another reason why Rausch Coleman Homes has made a commitment to keeping housing affordable, while not compromising on the quality and comfort needed to make sure each home we build will last your family for many many years. From choosing a floor plan and options to breaking ground, all the way through the moment you turn the key and step inside your brand new home for the first time, we're committed to making sure your home buying experience isn't just a "purchase" but an American Dream come true.

Where To Start?
Homeownership is a big deal. We also understand that not everyone is in a position to purchase a home immediately... and that's okay. If you're like most people, you're not even 100% sure exactly what you CAN afford. For that, we've created our handy Buying Power Calculator to Find Your Buying Power, even before you talk to a lender or run a credit check.

Find My Buying Power!
We also have a strong partnership with Premier Credit Consulting to help those with less-than-excellent credit, so even if mistakes have been made, don't stress. We're here to help you get back on the right path to providing a solid foundation for your family for generations to come.

Contact us today at 844.4RCHomes (844.472.4663) and learn how Rausch Coleman Homes can help you!

Headquartered in Fayetteville, AR, Rausch Coleman Homes is recognized as one of the top builders in the United States, offering quality construction at a price you can afford. With 65 years of experience and more than 20,000 homes built, our mission is to improve quality of life, one home at a time.