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"A nation of homeowners is unconquerable." - Franklin D. Roosevelt

For generations, home (and land) ownership has been a cornerstone of the American Dream. Government policy has been shaped around it. Tax policy has been written to promote it. And in the early years of America, you couldn't vote without it. It has been so engrained into our collective psyche that many of us unconsciously strive for it without asking ourselves, "Is this my American Dream?" More [+]

The time has come to stop accepting, without question, that home ownership should be everyone's dream. The fact of the matter is that it is not - just ask the folks who wrote essays and made videos telling us about their New American Dream. Their stories make it clear: You don't have to own your home to own your dreams.

Now, don't get us wrong. We think owning a home is great for some people. But if it is not right for you, we urge you to be unapologetic about it. Take back the dream and make it yours! Less [-]

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Views and Voices
Suze Orman on 'New' American Dream
suze orman
A new American dream is now emerging - one that is rooted in reality and focuses on family and responsibility.
Recovery to Take a Few More Years
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner says it will take several more years for the housing market to completely recover.
American Dream or American Obsession?
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The economic case for subsidizing homeownership has been oversold and needs to be re-thought.
Building Wealth Through Renting
new york times
Sometimes the decision to buy works out, but often you are better off renting.
Still Renting After All These Years
wall street journal
The trend towards rentals shows no sign of easing — even among those who could easily afford to buy a home.
Summing Up the Rent vs. Buy Equation
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Making a decision to rent or buy involves financial and non-financial considerations.
Silver Lining in Economic Maelstrom
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The silver lining in the economic doom and gloom could very well be that society refocuses itself away from consumption and back to things that really matter.
Find Your Dream Apartment or Home
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It's free and easy to search among our 4 million rentals nationwide. Photos, floorplans, move-in specials and live chat help you find the place that's right for you.
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