<prompt> Human: Im getting married soon, and as of now have only lived in student housing with multiple roommates. He is still living with his parents. Were 21 and 24, never bought a house, excellent credit scores, but very little credit history just some credit cards and a car loan, Im not sure howif that affects our ability to get a mortgage. Were wondering if we should buy a condo, or rent an apartment.We have plenty of money for a down payment. Average rent for apartments is around 1000month. There are a ton of foreclosures of condos that seem to be going for like 95-120k.We plan on staying here until we both have our degrees 3ish years, then moving out of statecountry. This area is very fast growing, and we have a huge housing shortage that doesnt seem to be getting fixed.Which option sounds like a better investment? Are there any other options we should be considering?Let me know if theres anymore relevant information I left out.  <response>: Given youve never even lived on your own Id definitely suggest renting, but also stay far, far away from foreclosures. Youd probably be shocked and dumbfounded by the process of buying a brand new house, let alone one that may have serious issues both physically and monetarily. 