Joe Raedle
- Median asking rents in the US just recorded their largest annual decline since 2020.
- High mortgage interest rates and house prices have made buying a home untenable for many Americans.
- With homeownership out of reach and rents expected to soften, now's the perfect time to be a renter.
The American Dream in 2024? Being a renter.
Think about it: Renting requires a smaller upfront payment. There's no navigating high interest rates. You've got the freedom to up and move. And when the roof leaks, it's someone else's responsibility — let the landlord take a hit to their wallet.