I'm almost a year in - losing every single bid in every single auction. And yes, a few folks here own every house in an entire ward. Others have commented that it took them 5+ years to get a house. This housing system needs a complete overhaul. The worst housing system in any game out there today. We pay a sub but not guaranteed whatsoever to ever get a house. The only solution has been to move to a newer realm where housing may have less bidders; increasing odds of winning. Other than that, an apartment is always available. Or play a different game. It is frustrating. 100% agree.