
Home ownership was once the backbone of the American dream.
And ownership of the House
For those lucky enough to buy a house --
Years of return.
This is especially true for those who buy homes in their 50 s and 60 s, where the value of their major assets has increased significantly over the decades.
Housing has never been determined.
But the housing market crash of 2008 weakened its appeal.
And its potential.
Is buying a house a good investment?
Or should we rent a house?
Jill Schlesinger, a CBS business analyst and author of the stupid thing smart people do with money, explains.
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