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Rent vs. Sell Calculator
Compare renting the home and selling later with selling now and investing the estimated proceeds.
Estimated advantage of renting, then selling
$74,280After 5 yearsRent, then sell$268,594
Sell now & invest$194,314
Net proceeds if sold today$152,250
| Year | Rent, then sell | Sell now & invest | Loan balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $174,198 | $159,863 | $142,940 |
| 2 | $196,779 | $167,856 | $135,518 |
| 3 | $220,020 | $176,248 | $127,717 |
| 4 | $243,949 | $185,061 | $119,516 |
| 5 | $268,594 | $194,314 | $110,897 |
Scenario estimate only, not financial, tax, investment, or legal advice. The model holds rent and operating costs flat, does not reinvest rental cash flow, and excludes income taxes, depreciation, capital gains, unusual repairs, and transaction details beyond the inputs shown.
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