The Cost of Renting Vs. Buying a Home

Dated: March 17 2020

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The Cost of Renting vs. Buying a Home 

The Cost of Renting vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC] | MyKCM


 

Some Highlights:

Historically, the choice between renting and buying a home has been a tough decision.

Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (27.7%) vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (17.5%), the choice is clear.

Every market is different. Before you renew your lease, find out if you can put your housing costs to work by buying a home this year.

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Trish Ellis

MY CLIENT FIRST PHILOSOPHY There are many qualities and skills that go into being an excellent real estate professional – integrity, in-depth community and market knowledge, marketing savvy, effect....

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