Task 2 · · 18 samples

In some countries owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation? Write at least 250 words.

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Ideas to explore

  • Homeownership may appeal because it can offer greater control over housing and protection from rent increases or a tenancy ending.
  • People may regard property as a long-term asset and a visible sign of financial or personal achievement.
  • When buying is treated as compulsory, people may take on unsustainable debt or overlook the flexibility that renting can provide.

Suggested structure

  1. Introduce the homeownership preference and state clearly whether you consider it positive or negative.
  2. Explain practical motives for buying, such as stability and the hope of building an asset.
  3. Explain how social expectations can reinforce the preference.
  4. Evaluate the drawbacks, linking social pressure to financial strain or reduced flexibility.
  5. Conclude with a qualified judgement that distinguishes owning a home from making ownership a social requirement.
Useful vocabulary & examples
housing stability
The security of having a reliable place to live without unexpected disruption.

Some people buy a home because they believe it will give their family greater housing stability.

long-term asset
Something of value that may provide financial benefit over an extended period.

Buyers may view a property as a long-term asset rather than simply a place to live.

social pressure
Influence from a community or other people to behave or make choices in a particular way.

Social pressure can make young adults feel that they should buy a home as soon as possible.

financial flexibility
The ability to manage money or adapt to changing circumstances without excessive constraint.

Renting can offer financial flexibility to people who are saving for a deposit.

Sample answers

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In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation? In modern life, many individuals are becoming more interested in having their own residence instead of renting one. The following paragraph will shed some light on the motives and explain why I consider strong pressure to buy mainly negative. A home…

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In some countries, the worth of a home rather than renting is often considered very important. Because, it is often viewed as a symbol of success for people. There could be several causes for this and I consider it to be a very positive trend. One of the prominent reasons is, why owning a home gives families long-term security. Owners do not have to worry that a landlord may ask them to leave or increase the rent. Th…

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352 words · Illustrative target band

In several cultures, people are giving their preference into home ownership, considering it to be essential, rather than leasing a residence. From my point of view, this evolution can have certain reasons that can be both beneficial and detrimental, depending on the perspective. To start with, individuals would choose to own a home for several reasons. On balance, I consider the pressure to own mainly negative when i…

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