When is it time to invest in HOME?

Home > House!

The word "investing" means something different to each of us.  Most hear the term and shudder at the complexities of stocks, bonds, mutual funds and 401(k)'s.  I want to talk about some of the other types of investing, some that might not always be on the front page of the business section.  Some that might not ever get talked about.

How about "investing in your children"?  Sitting down and reading a book to your pre-schooler or helping your 5th grader with their homework.  Teaching them right from wrong and the importance of values and hard work.  What about "investing in your own well-being"? That Saturday afternoon nap or that long hot bath.  Movie night with the family or an evening reading by the fire.  How about "investing in your community and society"?  Charity and giving, making your town and world a better place to live.  All of these "investments" are equally important and consume more time and energy than most give to stocks, bonds and mutual funds, yet when you hear the term "investments" they are often over looked.

The foundation of all of our "investments" is our HOME!  Homes are more than just a place we hang our hats.  It is the place where you first lived when you got married, or where your child took there first steps, or where you go when everything seems like it is falling apart.  Home is a sanctuary, where you can leave the world behind.  It is filled with love and warmth and laughs and tears.  Where you live defines what is important about your community.  It gives your children a safe place to be and strength to grow knowing they can always come home.

As we navigate our way through these turbulent economic waters, give some thought to the importance of your HOME.  There are lots of reasons to be uncertain of the economy, but if you sit, peacefully in a quiet place and see things with real clarity, you will see that NOW is always great time to "invest" in "HOME".