Rent vs. Own Quick Analysis
This analysis is over a 5 year period assuming current mortgage rates.
A. Current Monthly Rent $
B.
Yearly rent increment percentage   %
C.
How much will your home cost? $
D. 
What is your down payment?   %
E.
How much will your house appreciate each year? (estimate from 1-10%)  %

Calculations

After 5 years you would have paid   $ in rent. After 5 years you would pay $ in mortgage payments. After 5 years your home value gain would be $You would save approx: $ in taxes. (assuming 33% tax bracket) And pay off $ of the loan, which is equity in the home. By buying this home you will save on average $ per month and in total $ over 5 years.