{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/670ba905df4dd6f8961b7968/68bc859d9a81ed86f1ba815d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"House Rules","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/670ba905df4dd6f8961b7968/1757185421756-f9c9d4f6-2518-41f2-a898-b7749f47b932.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of Common Ground, David and Roger dive into the hot topic of renting versus home ownership. They explore how this decision goes beyond finances and reflects changing worldviews and lifestyle preferences. Key discussion points include the decline in home ownership among millennials, the impact of soaring property prices, and the flexibility that renting offers. They also consider the hidden costs of owning a home, the concept of 'rentvesting,' and the shift towards corporate-built rental properties. The episode concludes with a thought-provoking question about the future sustainability of renting as a long-term lifestyle choice.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Overview</p><p>00:52 The Changing Landscape of Home Ownership</p><p>02:43 Flexibility vs. Stability: The Key Debate</p><p>04:06 Financial Considerations and Wealth Building</p><p>06:10 Modern Lifestyles and Cultural Shifts</p><p>07:32 The Rise of Rentvesting</p><p>09:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts</p>","author_name":"David dela Cruz & Roger Merzian"}