Rent a Home Rather Than Buy a Home

Let’s cut to the chase: Los Angeles, California, is expensive. Like, “Did that one-bedroom bungalow just list for $1.2 million, or did I accidentally click on a listing for a private island?” expensive. If you’ve ever browsed Zillow here, you’ve probably felt your soul leave your body for a split second. I know I did when I first moved here. But here’s the kicker—not everyone in LA is scrambling to buy a home. In fact, renting is often the smarter play. Why? Grab your oat milk latte, friend. Let’s break it down.

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