With rising home prices and high mortgage rates, renting might feel like the safer option today. And in some cases, it is. But here’s the thing… When it comes to your long-term future, you don’t want to be permanently stuck in the rental trap. History shows rent has been rising for decades. And every dollar you spend on rent builds your landlord’s wealth – not yours. That’s a cycle you can get stuck in pretty quickly. And without a plan, it can be hard to get out.