Rent vs. Buy Calculator (10-Year Comparison)
10-Year Comparison Results
Net Cost of Renting (10 Yrs)
Net Cost of Owning (10 Yrs - PITI + Maint)
Home Equity Gain (10 Yrs)
(Appreciation + Principal Paid)
Total Appreciation (10 Yrs)
Total Principal Paid (10 Yrs)
Potential Tax Deductions (10 Yrs)
(Interest + Property Tax Paid)
10-Year Financial Advantage of Buying
This estimates the difference in net worth change after 10 years (Equity Gain + Tax Deductions - Total Owning Costs + Total Rent Costs). A positive value favors buying.