> If you have a paid off home, could you sell it and get a better ROI with the cash equivalent and rent instead? (The answer is yes and you should do it)

Could you explain how that makes sense? I can't see it working except if you are willing to accept a huge risk by putting the money into financial markets. Banks offer around 0% in my country, and with 4.5% inflation keeping cash just burns a hole in your pocket.