Renting vs Buying in 2026: Don’t Decide Until You See This

Should you rent, or does buying a home make the most sense financially? The truth is, there isn’t a “one size fits all” answer here. In this video, Stephen and Ryan break down the pros and cons of each situation. #renting #buying ➡ Try out a RENT VS BUYING CALCULATOR: https://www.nerdwallet.com/mortgages/calculators/rent-vs-buy-calculator?utm_source=yt&utm_campaign=cm_organic_030226_yt_desc_vid_edu_rent-vs-buying-calculator Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:55 - Why buying a home could be a good investment 03:35 - Why buying a home might NOT be the best investment for you 04:49 - Why renting could be the RIGHT choice for you 07:48 - How to use a rent vs buying calculator Subscribe to NerdWallet - https://bit.ly/3wGvVf3 About NerdWallet: We’re NerdWallet. And we’re not your typical finance company. We believe that everyone should be able to make financial decisions with confidence. We’ve built a team of Nerds with the knowledge, passion, and skills to make that happen. Thanks to our Nerdy experts, see side-by-side comparisons and objective reviews of the best credit cards, bank accounts, and so much more — so you can get even more financial clarity. It’s the smartest decision for all your financial decisions. Top Resources ⬇️ 📱 NerdWallet App – Track your net worth: https://www.nerdwallet.com/l/nerdwallet-app-track-your-wealth-and-build-your-future?utm_source=yt&utm_campaign=cm_organic_100125_yt_desc_vid_edu_nw-app-desc 💳 Best Credit Cards – Compare top picks: https://www.nerdwallet.com/the-best-credit-cards?utm_source=yt&utm_campaign=cm_organic_100125_yt_desc_vid_edu_best-credit-cards-desc 📄 Personal Loans – Explore loan options: https://www.nerdwallet.com/personal-loans?utm_source=yt&utm_campaign=cm_organic_100125_yt_desc_vid_edu_personal-loans-desc 🏦 Best HYSA – Grow your savings: https://www.nerdwallet.com/best/banking/high-yield-online-savings-accounts?utm_source=yt&utm_campaign=cm_organic_100125_yt_desc_vid_edu_best-hysa-desc Disclaimer: This video is for informational and educational purposes only. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks or securities. Any comments posted under NerdWallet's official account videos are not reviewed or endorsed by NerdWallet or representatives of financial institutions affiliated with the reviewed products unless explicitly stated otherwise. Avoid disclosing personal or sensitive information such as bank accounts or phone numbers. NerdWallet employees do not offer personalized financial advice and will not respond to posts here. Connect with NerdWallet: Follow NerdWallet on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@nerdwallet Follow NerdWallet on Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdwallet Follow NerdWallet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NerdWallet Follow NerdWallet on Facebook: https://facebook.com/NerdWallet NerdWallet Website: https://nerdwallet.com