- Predictable costs
- No maintenance
- Flexible
- Easier to move
FOR PARENTS
Rent for four years — or own something when college ends?
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THE NUMBERS, WITH YOUR ASSUMPTIONS
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Estimated 4-Year CostRenting$86,400Total housing cost Buying$178,736Estimated net cost
- Potential equity
- Roommate income
- Tax advantages est.
- Long-term investment
Estimated Difference$92,336Potential savings with renting
Still unknown: HOA / association cost. They are not represented as confirmed $0 costs.
This is an estimate. Actual results may vary.
What Could Change This Answer?
⌂HOA rules and restrictions◇Property taxes and insurance⌁Maintenance and repairs♙Roommate vacancy risk↗Market appreciation$Selling costs after graduation
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