Rent vs Buy Calculator

Unsure whether to rent or buy a home? This calculator compares the lifetime financial impact of renting versus buying based on price, rent inflation, mortgage terms, tax benefits, and other ownership costs — so you can make smarter long-term housing decisions.

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Rent vs Buy Calculator (USA)
Compare the long-term financial impact of renting versus buying a home, including appreciation, rent growth, and investment returns.
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