I think for many people renting is the only sane choice with the volatility of the job market. You can't be tied to a house that is any significant portion of

I think for many people renting is the only sane choice with the volatility of the job market. You can't be tied to a house that is any significant portion of your income once finding work forces you to move. The sad part is that today, more than ever, where you live shouldn't matter for many office jobs. But it does matter - to employers.