Renting

Renting is the temporary use of property or goods in exchange for payment to their owner, without transferring ownership.

Lease: A contract granting temporary possession or use of property in exchange for payment. A lease records the terms that govern many rentals, especially housing and commercial space.
Residential tenancy: A legal arrangement in which a person rents a dwelling for use as a home. Residential tenancy is the most familiar form of renting property.
Buying: Acquiring goods or property in exchange for payment, typically transferring ownership to the buyer. Buying usually transfers ownership, while renting grants use for a limited period.
Housing affordability: The extent to which households can obtain housing without excessive financial strain. Rent levels directly affect whether households can afford a suitable home.
Rent: Payment made for the temporary use of property or goods. Rent is the central payment exchanged for access to rented property.
Commercial lease: A contract granting the use of property for business purposes, such as offices or retail space. Businesses rent premises to operate without buying the property.
Leasing: A contractual arrangement granting use of an asset for a defined period, often under long-term or specialized terms. Leasing overlaps with renting but often describes longer commitments or high-value assets.
Rent control: Government rules that limit or regulate increases in rents for covered housing. Rent control is a policy response to rapid rent increases and tenant insecurity.
Security deposit: Money held to cover specified losses or obligations under an agreement, often refundable at its end. A security deposit can protect an owner against unpaid rent or damage during a rental.
Car rental: The temporary paid use of a motor vehicle supplied by a rental company or owner. Car rental applies the same temporary-use exchange to transportation.

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ShoppingCompared with: Renting provides access without the permanent ownership that many shopping purchases establish.