If you want to buy a home, why is that? Here are some common answers:

• Because I’m throwing money away on rent.
• Because we want to start a family and owning provides more stability than renting.
• Because I want a place of my own.
• Because buying is always a good investment

Buying a home is fine if you can afford it, actually want to do it, and it doesn’t limit your ability to do other things that you truly value. But renting is fine, too. Don’t assume buying a house is a must, a requirement to be an “adult,” or a necessary milestone to hit before you can call yourself successful.

The article is written by Eric Roberge for Forbes. You can read the full article here.