Although the 1800s in the United States seems like it was limited in opportunity by today's standards, it was much easier to make a living during this time in US than it was in China.
The rule of law was incredibly essential in the creation of the American legal, political, and government systems, in that without the law all of these would crumble.
Renting can offer increased flexibility in many situations. To rent may require less of a down payment and less credit would be needed. However, in the long term, renting is much more bleaker. Renting can prove to lead to higher costs in the long run. After years and years of renting, a tenant will never own their home. On the other hand, the home owner will pay more monthly, but will eventually own their home.