In this episode of Trust Issues: Only the Kind That Make You Richer, Attorney Ruma Mazumdar, founder of Key Esquire, breaks down the truth behind renting versus owning a home. Drawing from her own experience as a real estate and estate planning attorney who chooses to rent, Ruma shares practical insights about financial flexibility, cultural expectations, long-term planning, and what “stability” really means in today’s housing market.

00:00 – The pressure to own and why Ruma chooses to rent. 02:00 – Why renting can make sense for entrepreneurs and busy professionals. 04:00 – Challenging the belief that buying equals success. 05:30 – How liquidity and mobility can bring peace of mind. 07:00 – Investing excess income instead of paying a mortgage. 08:30 – Taxes, maintenance, insurance, and hidden expenses. 10:00 – Emotional decisions and financial overreach. 12:30 – What buyers often overlook. 14:00 – Why timing and life stage matter more than pressure. 15:00 – Owning or renting—choose what supports the life you’re building.

Trust Issues is a podcast hosted by Attorney Ruma Mazumdar, a real estate and estate planning attorney helping modern professionals make smarter financial and legal decisions. Each episode unpacks practical insights on wealth, homeownership, estate planning, and building a secure future—without losing your peace of mind.