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[quote][i]Originally posted by Colin[/i] I would 99% of the time buy over renting. Unless it was only a short term proposal. Like for 6 months - 1yr. 800 a month is a fair bit of cash to see no return on if its a long term thing. On a short term you've not got the initial expense of buying a house. For example if you buy then youve got legal fees, stamp duty, decorating etc on top of the mortgage, then when you start paying off the mortgage your mostly paying interest, to to sell quickly without any market growth you'll probably come off worse than if you had rented. Renting however you move in, tied by usually 6 or 12 months, and 9 times out of 10 its going to be in good condition and not need you to do any work. Or i'll rephrase that, you'll not get ideas in your head (her head whatever) about ripping out the kitchen or doing any major work. If something brakes then the landlord fixes it, its more simple living. If you & Mrs split up then she cant demand half :lol: I guess it depends on how you live & where you see yourself in 5yrs time. If the answers :- in the same job, in the same town, basically as now then i'd buy. I see myself married with a dog (4 leged friend...im not saying jades a dog!!) possibly children. I dont think i'll ever move far away from here. I think its best for me to buy. Bachelor pad lad like Robbo, probably see's himself not being in the same place in a few years...........so renting works for him. Its all about your lifestyle. If to you its about getting the best house for your buck then I would think again personally. Take something lesser to start out, Ive had to wait 4yrs to get my drive & garage. If I had rented, then I cant see how I would have saved up a deposit to move up & i'd probably still be renting.......... [/quote]
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