⚖️ Rent vs. Buy

Run the real numbers — monthly costs, break-even point, and total cost over time.

Renting

Monthly Rent

Annual Rent Increase

Renter's Insurance / mo

Buying

Home Price

Down Payment

Interest Rate

Monthly HOA (optional)

Assumptions

Years You Plan to Stay

Home Appreciation / yr

Property Tax Rate

Annual Maintenance

Down Payment

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Closing Costs (~2.5%)

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Cash Needed to Buy

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Result

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After 7 Years

Monthly Housing Cost

Rent

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Buy

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Total Paid (all-in)

Rent

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Buy

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Net Worth Impact

Rent

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Buy

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Equity at Sale (after selling costs)

Rent

Buy

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Break-Even Point

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Year	Rent Paid	Buy Paid	Home Value	Equity	Ahead

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This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only and does not account for all individual factors (HOA fees, maintenance, tax deductions, investment risk, etc.). Results are not financial advice. Consult a licensed financial advisor and lender before making a decision.

⚖️ Rent vs. Buy

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