I Edit Mortgage Advice for a Living — and Still Rent

A mortgage content editor breaks down why she rents instead of buys at 54, comparing real down payment costs, investing returns and the true price of homeownership.

# I Edit Mortgage Advice for a Living — and Still Rent A mortgage content editor breaks down why she rents instead of buys at 54, comparing real down payment costs, investing returns and the true price of homeownership. **Read the full article:** [NerdWallet](https://www.nerdwallet.com/mortgages/learn/mortgage-editor-rents-instead-of-buying) *This article was originally published by NerdWallet. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*