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The best mortgage brokers in Toronto return! This week Marcus & Justin debate renting vs buying a home in this current market. With how much housing prices have declined and how much rental rates have risen, we have a question. Is it now cheaper to buy a property and build equity rather than paying all-time high rent prices? No matter the market, it is essential to examine these opportunities on a case by case basis. Have a listen to the episode to learn the math to help make the decision easier.
The team looks at an example in downtown Toronto where the monthly rent is $3000 and the purchase price is listed at $489,000. After putting 5% down as a first time buyer; a 5 year fixed rate of 4.8%; $1,292 in property taxes; and maintenance fees of $329 a month: you arrive at a monthly average cost of $3,192 a month. This is not much more than the $3,000 rent and you build equity at the same time.
We also discuss the over-reactions of the central banks when it came to stimulating the economy during COVID. They are now over correcting it with rapid rate hikes. This is what has put real estate prices in a difficult position. They rose to unattainable levels and now are falling back to earth. This will have tough consequences for those who purchased at all time highs and now are servicing the debt at unaffordable levels. Only once inflation slows down will the central banks pause these rate hikes and then pivot in the other direction.
Whether you're new to the city or you've been here for years, this video is a must-watch! We'll be discussing the latest trends in the Toronto housing market, and giving you advice on how to make the most of your investment.
Make sure to watch to the end to find out which option is best for you!
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Document: Buying Vs Renting In Toronto - Nov 2022
Transcript: Make Money Count 052 Transcript
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The best mortgage brokers in Toronto return! This week Marcus & Justin debate renting vs buying a home in this current market. With how much housing prices have declined and how much rental rates have risen, we have a question. Is it now cheaper to buy a property and build equity rather than paying all-time high rent prices? No matter the market, it is essential to examine these opportunities on a case by case basis. Have a listen to the episode to learn the math to help make the decision easier.
The team looks at an example in downtown Toronto where the monthly rent is $3000 and the purchase price is listed at $489,000. After putting 5% down as a first time buyer; a 5 year fixed rate of 4.8%; $1,292 in property taxes; and maintenance fees of $329 a month: you arrive at a monthly average cost of $3,192 a month. This is not much more than the $3,000 rent and you build equity at the same time.
We also discuss the over-reactions of the central banks when it came to stimulating the economy during COVID. They are now over correcting it with rapid rate hikes. This is what has put real estate prices in a difficult position. They rose to unattainable levels and now are falling back to earth. This will have tough consequences for those who purchased at all time highs and now are servicing the debt at unaffordable levels. Only once inflation slows down will the central banks pause these rate hikes and then pivot in the other direction.
Whether you're new to the city or you've been here for years, this video is a must-watch! We'll be discussing the latest trends in the Toronto housing market, and giving you advice on how to make the most of your investment.
Make sure to watch to the end to find out which option is best for you!
0:00 - Intro
Document: Buying Vs Renting In Toronto - Nov 2022
Transcript: Make Money Count 052 Transcript
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PODCAST:
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