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I have property in abundance but I never feel rich

I have property in abundance but I never feel rich

My husband and I spend most of our savings on land and houses and keep buying more whenever we have money, which means now we have lots of property but no cash to spend.

I feel financially insecure at 40 despite owning multiple properties

I feel financially insecure at 40 despite owning multiple properties

Homeownership remains a challenge despite $2.4K monthly income

Homeownership remains a challenge despite $2.4K monthly income

I find it difficult to buy a home on a $4K monthly income

I find it difficult to buy a home on a $4K monthly income

My husband and I can save at most VND500 million (US$19,740) per year, but I fear this is not enough to buy a 70-square-meter apartment within the next 10 years.

July 23, 2024 | 03:00 pm PT

I feel trapped by my $800 monthly salary

I feel trapped by my $800 monthly salary

I make VND20 million (US$800) a month but feel trapped because I cannot buy a house on that salary yet I am hesitant to switch jobs.

August 19, 2024 | 03:04 pm PT

I rent a new apartment each year though I can afford a house

I rent a new apartment each year though I can afford a house

Many Vietnamese people cling to the belief that one must buy a house and settle down, which prompts them to endure hardship to achieve homeownership.

November 6, 2024 | 06:46 pm PT

I live in Germany and buying a home isn't on my mind

I live in Germany and buying a home isn't on my mind

Like most Germans, I would rather rent a house far from the city center and save money to buy a luxury car, invest, or live comfortably.

December 15, 2024 | 03:06 pm PT

My friend can’t decide whether to invest $146,000 in career or homebuying

My friend can’t decide whether to invest $146,000 in career or homebuying

Taking out a loan to buy a home means you will have no funds left for career development, but investing in your career does not guarantee home ownership.

December 16, 2024 | 05:53 pm PT

Renting should be more common as $240,000 apartments are too costly

Renting should be more common as $240,000 apartments are too costly

People should change their mindset and stop viewing a home as their biggest goal, especially as apartments can easily cost VND6 billion (US$239,200) these days.

January 26, 2025 | 08:49 pm PT

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