Renting Vs. Buying

Today's rates are low enough that your house payment could be lower than your rent payment.  Also, every rent check you write is building your landlord's equity.  Wouldn't it be better if those checks were building your equity.  Your home is a great long term investment.  All those improvements you make are probably building your equity and helping your investment.  In addition, your real estate taxes and interest on your mortgage are often deductible from your income tax.  Home ownership makes you feel good when you have your family and friend gatherings.