I rather own a house than depending on government housing assistance.
Mortgage limit either 15 or 30 years, once its paid off, no more payment afterwards... apt rental, rent remains in effect for the rest of life, plus potential increase in rental.
Say if I am 70 years old, I could sell my house thats already paid off, and use that money for whatever I wanted, with rental, can't do that.
Glad I am homeowner!