Smart renters plan for the worst and discuss all that can go wrong before moving in together.
Folks in the housing industry often debate whether renting or owning is better from a financial perspective. Even so, I have to say any investment is risky. A house may depreciate rapidly due to a change in the surrounding area. If you're the kind of person who's on the move a lot, going from city to city, you're not going to be happy owning your own home. On the other hand, if you're the type of person who loves to stay in the same place for a long time, renting can be infuriating.