Except in NYC, SF, Seattle, and maybe a few other HCOL metro areas. HOA fees usually make it a losing financial proposition even on an infinite timeline. There

Except in NYC, SF, Seattle, and maybe a few other HCOL metro areas. HOA fees usually make it a losing financial proposition even on an infinite timeline. There is literally (and not figuratively) no benefit, financial or otherwise, to buying unless you get a really good deal. I know because I'm in the market to buy something and there's not much out there that will "beat" my current renting situation long term.