My employer offered me a similar deal, but also offered me a 1-month paid rent in case I wanted to rent instead of buying. Ask your employer for something similar, or 2 months, etc.

I sold my old house in 2005, invested the proceeds, and rented a house at my new location. My new employer paid for the 1st month rent (in the high $2000’s) and I’ve been a very happy renter since then.

Had I bought a house in mid 2005, I would have lost close to $100K in equity. It’s like I’m renting for free!