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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Adapting your home for a vacation rental — whether your whole house, a basement apartment or a room — could be a real help in retirement. America has a retirement cash flow problem, and there is no ...

If you've paid off your mortgage, you don't have to worry much about your living conditions. However, renters must deal with the idea that their rent can rise.

Buying a second home in retirement can be a great way to gain appreciation and generate income. But it's not without its risks and downsides. Brett Johnson, owner & licensed real estate agent at New ...

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