(1) does not have to be true. You can "lose" money, or break even selling a home and still come out ahead compared to renting. An example of this is "low income

(1) does not have to be true. You can "lose" money, or break even selling a home and still come out ahead compared to renting. An example of this is "low income" homes that have strict price controls, and are in high demand with waiting lists or lotteries to buy.