10 decision tools

Know what the house really costs.

Run the numbers, pressure-test the assumptions, and get a plain-English verdict—not just a payment.

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What this includes

    Read the result carefully

    How we calculate

    For a fixed-rate loan, monthly payment = P × r(1+r)n / ((1+r)n − 1), where P is principal, r is the monthly interest rate, and n is the number of monthly payments.

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    Are these numbers a pre-approval?

    No. They’re planning estimates. A lender’s underwriting, verified income, credit, and program rules determine approval.

    Why does rent-vs-buy hinge on appreciation?

    Appreciation changes the equity you may keep at sale, so even small annual assumptions compound into a large difference.

    How often should I re-run these?

    Whenever rates, income, debts, cash, taxes, insurance, or your expected time in the home change.

    Ten questions. One clearer decision.

    Start anywhere. Each tool keeps assumptions visible so you can challenge the result instead of trusting a black box.

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