When does renting actually make more sense?

Renting tends to make more financial sense when you expect to move within a short window, since closing costs and selling costs on a home need several years to be offset by equity built and any appreciation. It can also make sense when your income or job situation is uncertain enough that carrying a mortgage payment and maintenance costs adds real financial risk. Someone certain about staying long term in a specific North Metro Atlanta town usually finds ownership pencils out better over time. Joel Boss can run the actual numbers for your specific situation before you decide.