It's an old question—should you buy a house for the advantages and equity it represents, or should you rent an apartment for the greater flexibility and mobility it can offer?
When it comes to retirement, the question becomes even more urgent. And a Washington Post article looks at the dilemma it presents to would-be retirees who might like to avoid the responsibilities home ownership entails—but worry about the potential instability renting might bring along with it.
It's one thing to downsize when you retire, but if you're contemplating just renting once you do—or if you've never owned a home to begin with—the question of renting vs. buying can be intimidating.
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