Time horizon matters most
Buying has upfront and selling costs. The longer you stay, the more those spread out and the more equity you build.
New Jersey specifics
Property taxes are a big part of owning here and vary by town. Rents are high in many transit towns, which can tip the math toward buying a condo or a two-family.
Run it
The rent vs buy calculator uses your town’s effective tax rate and your assumptions for appreciation, rent growth and investment returns.
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