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Rent vs Buy Calculator Prompt

1The Prompt Template

Run a comprehensive Rent vs. Buy analysis for my city. Current rent: [amount/month]. Target home purchase price: [amount]. Down payment available: [amount]. Mortgage rate: [percentage]. Estimated property taxes: [amount/year]. Estimated maintenance: [1-2% of home value/year]. Assuming I stay in the home for [years], calculate the break-even point where buying becomes cheaper than renting. Factor in lost investment opportunity cost on the down payment, closing costs, and historical 3% annual rent inflation.

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