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Old 05-12-2014, 08:38 PM   #4
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The rule of thumb for me is if I'm going to be in the locale for 5 years or more.

> 5yrs, buy

< 5 yrs, rent

Having recently sold my house and become a renter, it's nice to just make a 'phone call to resolve an issue and not have to break out the tools and equipment.

With respect to building equity, real estate goes down in value too.
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