Buying still the best option

Despite market challenges, area agents still suggest purchasing over renting

COLUMBIA BASIN - Jennifer Kron a broker with Moses Lake Realty Group said it still makes more sense to purchase rather than rent, despite the increase in mortgage rates, a housing shortage and rising home prices throughout the Columbia Basin. “It’s our job to educate the community and educate the buyers and remind them that it is still the best investment of your life to purchase real estate,” said Kron...