<prompt> Human: Wife and I really want to get into a house cause it fits our lifestyle much better than an apartment. I know that I will be in my current job for 2-3 years before moving on to a new position within the same company. My concern is that with closing costs upon purchase and commission when I resell it I will end up losing money in the process. Not to mention most of my monthly payment will be going to interest and I wont even build much principal in 2-3 years. Thoughts? Is there anyway to come out on top?  <response>: For less than five years, nah. You could rent a house, but dont buy. 