Renting can definitely feel like a waste of money, as you're not building any long-term equity and you're at the mercy of landlords and rental market fluctuations. However, it does offer the flexibility to choose where you want to live in terms of location, city, and even country.

Buying a house can be a great investment, but it's important to consider the lifestyle and privileges that come with it. One option could be to buy a house and rent it out, using the income to pay for your own rent. However, this still requires a significant amount of money upfront and ongoing maintenance and management.

Personally, I prefer to invest my money in other areas and focus on building wealth through those investments. I'm pretty sure that the investment will earn me more money than a house. I was fortunate enough to inherit a house from my parents, and I'm also planning to buy a summerhouse but that's me.

I know I wrote a bit confusing  but in the end, it's up to you and your lifestyle. It's important to consider what works best for you and your individual circumstances.