Rent vs Buy Calculator

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  • ⚠️ Disclaimer: This calculator provides educational estimates only. Consult a financial advisor or tax professional for actual decisions. Results may not reflect your specific situation.

    Buy Scenario

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    Annual Costs

    Home & Market


    Tax & Deductions

    Tax Info: Mortgage interest deduction capped at acquisition debt limit. Property taxes deductible up to $10k SALT cap. Requires itemization. Learn more


    PMI Details

    💡 PMI Cancellation (CFPB Rules):

    • 80% LTV: Request cancellation
    • 78% LTV: Automatic termination
    • Loan midpoint: Auto-terminates

    Rent Scenario


    Investment Assumptions

    What's invested: Down payment + closing costs (from buy scenario). This models the opportunity cost—what that capital could earn if not tied up in a home.


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    Annual Schedule

    Year Loan Balance Home Value Equity Buy Cumulative Invested Portfolio Advantage

    💡 Table notes: Showing annual snapshots (calculated monthly). "Advantage" is positive if buying is ahead, negative if renting is ahead. All values include tax benefits for buying.