<prompt> Human: Hey guys just looking for some advice or tips im currently fifo with a normal 9-5 job waiting back in melbourne when i finish for the year here, next year however i am wondering whther it is worth getting a mortage on a house or should i rent even if i am not guna be there a lot of the time over the course of a year ? anyone had a situation like this before  <response>: Hard to tell with no numbers. I would rent in the area youre considering buying. That way youll get a good feel for the neighborhood. I likely wouldnt buy unless youre planning on owning for 5 years. 