Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home Today? [INFOGRAPHIC]

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A study shows that 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why.

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Rent usually rises over time and that can make it harder to save up to buy a home. But when you buy, you can stabilize your housing expenses and grow your net worth as home values rise.

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While renting may be the less expensive option in some markets, it can’t match the long-term benefits of homeownership.

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‍Source: Keeping Current Matters

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