'Big Short' star Michael Burry says buying a home is rarely a good investment — but may still be worth it

Source: Business Insider

Michael Burry of "The Big Short" fame says housing isn't a great investment. Astrid Stawiarz/Getty ImagesMichael Burry says residential real estate is typically a lackluster investment. The "Big Short" investor said housing offers bond-like returns but has "lagged the S&P 500 badly.