3. Leverage. Buying a house is the only way normal people can invest a huge amount of money on margin. That's a reason against it, not in favour. Would yo

3. Leverage. Buying a house is the only way normal people can invest a huge amount of money on margin. That's a reason against it, not in favour. Would you borrow 300k so as to invest in a fixed term bond on residential real estate with hefty exit penalties? The cult of home ownership puts a respectable shine on brazen gambling practices. :)