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Rent vs Buy Calculator

Compare the true cost of renting versus buying a home. See your break-even point, equity growth, and total cost over time.

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Renting

Buying

Over 10 years, you're better off

🏠 Buying

You save $56,701 by buying

Total Rent Cost

$206,350

Total Buy Cost

$382,647

Home Equity Built

$232,998

Net Buy Cost

$149,649

Break-even point:

Year 1

Cumulative Cost Comparison

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