rsus renting a home is a big decision that consumers must make at some point in their lives. Millions of Americans are faced with this decision everyday. There are advantages and disadvantages to renting and buying a home. Before making this decision consumers must first look at their individual situation, they then must examine their short-term goals, and then finally their long term goals. This report will hopefully help in making this decision easier.
             The purpose of this report is to discuss the advantages and disadvantages that consumers have renting versus buying a home. This information will make it easier for consumers to make this all-important decision.
             THE PROS AND CONS OF RENTING VS BUYING A HOME
             "Buying a house is often the single largest investment that many individuals make, but the decision to buy a house requires balancing investment issues with emotional/personal ones" ("Buying versus Renting: Investment Decisions", 1). Renting is usually better than buying in the short term (0-5 years). Buying a house can make economic sense compared to renting over the long-term.
             If you are considering buying a home, one of the first decisions you need
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