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Rent versus buy

The comparison assumes a flat property value. It is not mortgage or tax advice.

Rent vs buy

Illustrative only. Not financial, tax, or mortgage advice. Assumes flat property value and ignores fees, service charges, and appreciation.

  • Total rent paid: AED 250,000
  • Cash spent on buy (down + payments): AED 466,820
  • Illustrative equity (flat value): AED 297,160
  • Net buy cost (cash − equity): AED 169,660
  • Illustrative lean: buying