>>Expand the basement? Sure! Get a bunch of dogs? Why not! Commit to getting to know the neighbors? Sounds great. All while not having to worry about a landlord doing whatever they want at the end of a lease.
It's funny that two out of the three things you said are additional expenses that the house enables.
Of course, we aren't disputing the emotional value of owning a home. We're just saying that it's a poor financial decision most of the time.
>>It's funny that two out of the three things you said are additional expenses that the house enables.
Those same two things may also be valuable to the owner, regardless of expense. Expand my basement so I have room to continue working on the hobby I love? Sounds good.
It's funny that two out of the three things you said are additional expenses that the house enables.
Of course, we aren't disputing the emotional value of owning a home. We're just saying that it's a poor financial decision most of the time.