[Sylvanfan]

Yeah, renting isn't the end of the world. Especially before the rental market went through the roof like it did. I rented in some form or capacity for 5 years and it was good becuase it's flexible and all you need is one months notice and you can pick up and chase down a better oppurtunity. It also gives you a bit of a self education on how to live a bit, what expenses are associated with everyday living. Even today, I'd have left Edmonton long ago if I was a renter, as a home owner I'm sort of stuck here until I sell this place or decide to try renting it out and I'd be taking a loss to rent it, even though rent prices are through the roof.