Yes, because it builds equity and if it’s our primary residence for 2 of the past 5 years, we could sell it and pay no capital gains ($250,000/$500,000). But if we just live in the house, we have security and “rent control” but it’s a “personal use” asset and not making us monthly income, unless we rent out part of our home.

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