Question

sasha has just gotten a new job in a nearby city. after comparison shopping, she found that renting a nice two - bedroom apartment would cost around $800 per month. her utilities would cost about $150 per month. sasha has enough money saved for a down payment, and she found that she can buy a three - bedroom house or condo with a mortgage payment of $1,000 per month, including taxes and homeowner’s insurance. her utilities would cost about $200 per month. sasha’s new company has told her that she will be required to move at her own expense in two years. what should she consider before making her decision? the monthly costs of renting and buying. the extra expenses needed for maintenance while she lives in the house. the amount of the down payment she will need to make. the expense of selling the home when she leaves the city.

Explanation:

Sasha is deciding between renting and buying, so considering monthly costs (renting: $800 + $150 = $950; buying: $1000 + $200 = $1200) helps compare affordability. Other factors like maintenance, down payment, or selling expenses are less relevant for a 2 - year stay as she moves soon, so monthly costs matter most.

Answer:

The monthly costs of renting and buying.