The average cost of renting in the U.S. is $2,072 per month. The average cost of a mortgage is slightly lower, at $1,907 per month. Still, prices vary across the country. The decision to rent or buy ...

For many retirees, the home they’ve lived in for decades isn’t just a place to live. It’s the single largest asset in their financial portfolio. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, ...

Maybe the biggest decision you’ll make in retirement is deciding where to live, and part of that decision will involve whether to buy or rent a home. Although owning a home usually makes the most ...

Question: We bought a vacation home for retirement, which we rarely use. Should we sell? Or should we rent it out and wait for mortgage rates to come down? Answer: This is an enviable problem to have.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . There are many financial, lifestyle and personal factors to consider when deciding to rent or own in retirement.

This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. Many people want to relocate in retirement. Since you’re ...

For older Americans, choosing to buy or rent comes down to retirement savings and lifestyle. Downsizing, avoiding maintenance and keeping cash liquid are more important than building equity once you ...

It’s been a couple of tough years for homebuyers. Interest rates have climbed, inventory has tightened and housing prices keep going up in many areas. During the past five years, home values have ...

As we begin Women’s History Month, new data shows just how women are spending and saving their money—and achieving their financial goals. The good news is there are twice as many women who own their ...

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