Rent vs buy calculator
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After 10 years
Total rent paid$343,916
Net worth if buying$594,194
OutcomeBuying wins
Difference
$246,411.714
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Rent vs buy calculator for Canadian households.
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How it works
Compare long-term costs, not just monthly payments
This comparison uses simple assumptions to estimate how rent growth and home appreciation change the total picture over time.