Yes, there are pros and cons to everything. Semantics is always the game?
Area is important to the renting versus home ownership issue. Costs are out of hand either way -- and certain areas here do not leave a beginning family with too many options.
But the point not stated here (or i've not seen it in this thread), is that when renting you don't have to directly deal with the repairs; but you have total complete control over repairs when owning.
When renting, you can report a malfunctioning garbage disposal and never will it get fixed. Same with windows leaks in the rare rain. Same when sharing a washing machine/clothes dryer with others in the complex.
Count me among the 50% that do think purchasing has been more cost effective for me.
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