Buying vs renting

Reflect on how buying a home could provide stability for your family and potentially increase your property value over time. It’s worth considering how this investment could benefit you in the long run.

Consider how owning a home could provide a sense of permanence and belonging that might be important to your wife and potentially to you as well.

Is there a compromise that allows for both a brief sabbatical and future homeownership? Discussing both your financial plans and personal needs openly could lead to a solution that suits both you and your wife.

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Exploring different financial strategies and personal compromises can help balance your need for a break with the goal of homeownership.

Consider a temporary break to recharge, followed by a renewed focus on career and homeownership. Communicating your needs and plans with your wife is key to finding a balanced approach.