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Rent vs. Buy Comprehensive Opportunity Cost Simulator

Verified Indian financial mathematics, statutory regulations, and step-by-step actionable breakdowns.

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Rent vs. Buy Comprehensive Opportunity Cost Simulator

Down payment & EMI cashflow invested in Nifty Index Funds vs Property Appreciation

At Year 20: Renter Ahead (+₹2,32,92,391)
20-Year Financial Net Worth Comparison
Buyer's Property Net Worth₹2,56,57,084Monthly EMI: ₹55,541
Renter's Equity Portfolio₹4,89,49,475Down payment + EMI diff invested in Index SIP
📈 Renting & Investing Wins:By investing the initial ₹21.2 Lakhs and monthly cash difference into a 12% Nifty index fund, the renter builds ₹2,32,92,391 more net wealth over 20 years!

25-Year Cumulative Net Worth Trajectory (Buyer vs Renter)

Mathematical Formula & Calculation Engine

Compares the net worth of a Buyer (Property Value - Remaining Loan + Maintenance/Taxes) vs a Renter (Down Payment + Monthly Cashflow Savings invested in 12% Equity Index Mutual Funds) over 25 years.

Buyer Net Worth = Price(t) - LoanBalance(t) | Renter Net Worth = FutureValue(DownPayment + Σ Monthly Differences, r_equity)

Why Use the Rent vs Buy Simulator?

Factors in often-ignored costs: stamp duty, maintenance, property taxes, and loan interest
Models compounding returns on down-payment invested into equity index funds
Visualizes 25-year year-by-year net worth comparison chart
Calculates exact break-even crossover year for home ownership

Rent vs Buy Simulator FAQs

In cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai, rental yields are only 2.5% to 3.5%, while home loan interest is 8.5% to 9%. Investing the down payment (₹20L+) and monthly cash flow difference (EMI minus Rent) in a 12% equity index fund frequently produces higher net worth over 15-20 years.

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