If your current living arrangement isn’t working for you, then you’ll need to seriously consider buying a home. As you enter the housing market, be prepared for high prices and listings that sell within days.
That doesn’t mean that the right house isn’t out there. It just may take more determination than usual to find it. You’ll find the process more manageable if you are in a strong financial position with an emergency fund and a steady income.
But if you are relatively happy with your current home, it may not be worth the challenge of finding a new place in this extremely competitive market.