Myth 3: Renting Makes More Financial Sense
Think renting is a better bet from a financial perspective? You may want to think again. History shows rental prices are on their way up and that means your monthly housing costs will likely rise each time you sign or renew a lease. Homeownership can provide longer-term stability. Rents Are Going Up Again According to Census data, rents have risen consistently for decades.And that trend is continuing this year. Data from realtor.com shows just how much rental prices are surging throughout the country. The graph below highlights rental unit price increases over the past year:
Rental Prices Are Skyrocketing Increase in Rents from February 2021 to February 2022
17.1%
17.1%
16.4%
16.2%
Overall
Studio
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
Source: realtor.com
If you’re a renter and plan on signing a new lease, your monthly costs are likely to go up when you do. Those rising costs can have a big impact on your financial goals, including any plans you’re making to save for a home purchase.
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