[newbie2020]

Do you already own a home?

[buscoquadnary]

It's not paid off, but ya I have a home in a small town that I love with my family.

[orzig]

This highlights really important factor in all discussions; employees can be in a very different life situation which naturally leads to different priorities. Congratulations on yours!

[yohannparis]

I'm curious about why this matter? As an european, owning is not a goal in my life. I would love to, but for now, I still want flexibility on my wereabouts.

[hansvm]

Owning gives you a different kind of flexibility. Renting is usually pretty restrictive in the US, and if you want to put up a fence for your dog, grow a garden, paint your walls, or whatever you usually can't.