Quote Originally Posted by shazam View Post
It could also work the other way around. You may find yourself in the position that when you move to QLD and find that perfect place to rent, the owner may one day all of a sudden decide to sell (for whatever reason) to someone who doesn't want to rent and you'll have to move even if you don't want to.
You're 100% correct. And that's even actually happened to me twice personally.

Quote Originally Posted by shazam View Post
There are inherent advantages and disadvantages in both renting and mortgaging. What it comes down to is what best suits your situation.
Perfectly put.