How I'm Making a 45 Percent Increase in Rent Work For Me

My husband and I can't buy a home in L.A. because we're spending too much money on avocado toast. Just kidding--fancy brunch isn't the problem. The problem is that houses, even "starter" homes in decent neighborhoods, are too expensive. If we wanted to purchase a home in Highland Park, it would likely cost around $737,700 (the median home value for that neighborhood, according to Zillow). That would mean forking up close to $150,000 as a downpayment. Other desirable neighborhoods, such as Echo P...