Rent Vs. Buy Calculator

For some people, buying a home makes the most sense, and for others, renting is best. To determine which is right for you, you first need to determine whether you can afford to buy. Then you need to consider other factors, including the time you’ll stay in your new home, the home’s prospects for appreciation and taxes. Just answer a few questions below and we’ll offer some insight.

We have assumed the historic rate of appreciation and rental increases in California over the last 20 years.  You can adjust these default values as you see fit.

For some people, buying a home makes the most sense, and for others, renting is best. To determine which is right for you, you first need to determine whether you can afford to buy. Then you need to consider other factors, including the time you’ll stay in your new home, the home’s prospects for appreciation and taxes. Just answer a few questions below and we’ll offer some insight.

We have assumed the historic rate of appreciation and rental increases in California over the last 20 years.  You can adjust these default values as you see fit.