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From housing wealth to well-being?

Beverley A Searle¹, Susan J Smith, Nicole Cook

¹Department of Geography, Durham University, South Road, Durham DH1 3LE, UK. beverley.searle@durham.ac.uk

Sociology of Health & Illness

|January 16, 2009

Summary

Home ownership, beyond just having a house, impacts well-being through its financial role. Accumulating or spending housing wealth can influence psychological stress and overall life satisfaction.

Area of Science:

Sociology
Health Economics
Housing Studies

Background:

Owner-occupation is linked to positive health outcomes compared to renting.
Home ownership is diverse, with varied health profiles among owners, which is under-recognized.
The financial aspect of home ownership is a key, yet under-explored, determinant of well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the health implications of housing as a financial tool.
To explore how accumulating wealth into housing or utilizing housing equity affects well-being.
To understand the psycho-social stress associated with housing wealth management.

Main Methods:

Mixed-methods study combining qualitative interviews with quantitative data.
150 in-depth qualitative interviews with UK mortgage holders.

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Analysis of the financial mechanisms linking housing wealth to psychological well-being.

Main Results:

The process of wealth accumulation in housing can enhance well-being.
Spending from housing wealth may lead to psycho-social stress depending on circumstances.
The financialization of housing significantly mediates its impact on owner well-being.

Conclusions:

Home ownership's health benefits are contingent on its financial role and management.
Understanding the financialization of housing is crucial for public health and housing policy.
Further research is needed to explore the nuanced relationship between housing wealth and individual well-being.