06/26/2024
Have you decided to wait to purchase a home because of rates, savings for a larger down payment, etc?
If so, you need to understand OPPORTUNITY COSTS.
Example below: Buyer decides to wait for lower interest rates to purchase a home. 12 months later, he gets the same loan with a 1% lower rate. BUT, the same house is going to cost him an additional $31,500 because of appreciation.
The lower rate will "save" him $259/mo, but it's costing him the additional $31,500 upfront. His break-even point on his decision will be about 121 months before he starts to benefit from the monthly savings.
The lower rate looks better, but did it actually help him save money? Always focus on the BIG picture and think OPPORTUNITY COST!