May 28, 2025

For decades, the debate between renting and buying a home has been at the forefront of financial discussions. While homeownership has long been viewed as a key step toward building wealth, recent data suggests that renting is now the more affordable option in all major U.S. metropolitan areas. A study by LendingTree, which analyzed U.S. […]

After a brief period of stability, rents across the United States are on the rise again, posing renewed challenges for renters struggling with affordability. According to recent data, the median asking rent in February 2024 increased by 0.4% year-over-year, reaching $1,607. This shift follows a six-month period where rents had stabilized or slightly declined, giving