Is it better to own or rent if you are single?

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SW-User

Depends. I'm single, my kids live on their own. I own my home. It's a pain when things need maintenance or repairs. When things go wrong I wish I rented so somebody else could pay for things.

SubstantialKick · 31-35, M

@SW-User True. Only thing is that rent can end up being more than a 30 year mortgage.

SW-User

@SubstantialKick yes. But, that works out better for people who enjoy change. No worry about taking a loss on the sale of a house. It's a coin toss.