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A woman holds a house-shaped key, symbolizing the choice between a mortgage and renting in 2026.

Mortgage or Rent: Why Equal Payments Don't Guarantee Profit and How to Avoid Debt Traps in 2026

Economy 08/13/2026, 07:10
🏠 Mortgage or Rent: What is more profitable in 2026? Expert Taras Kozak warns: equality of mortgage and rent payments does not guarantee the profitability of buying. 🔹 Main mistake: lack of money for repairs and furniture. 🔹 30% Rule: do not spend more than a third of your income on housing. 🔹 Financial cushion: critically important for stability. Preferential mortgage is an exception, but commercial rates can lead to overpayment several times over. Before buying, answer 3 questions from the expert. #realestate #mortgage #finance #ukraine2026
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Woman looking out the window of an empty apartment with boxes, contemplating the choice between renting and buying a home in 2026

Rent vs. Buy: Why Renting Housing May Be More Profitable Than a Mortgage in 2026

Economy 08/12/2026, 23:05
🏠 Rent or Buy: What Is More Profitable in 2026? Real estate experts note that under current conditions, renting may be financially more rational than a mortgage. Taras Kozak, founder of the "UNIVER" group, identified three key factors: 🔹 Mobility: Frequent moves or changes in family composition make buying risky. 🔹 Investments: If the return on capital is higher than the cost of rent, it is more profitable to rent. 🔹 Hidden Costs: Repairs and furniture can make buying more expensive than renting. However, buying remains relevant for those who plan to live in one place for many years, or in the event of a sharp drop in market prices. #realestate #rent #mortgage #finance2026
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House model and keys in hands: rent vs buy housing in 2026 according to Taras Kozak

Rent vs. Buy: Taras Kozak Outlines Conditions When Renting Is More Profitable Than a Mortgage in 2026

Economy 08/12/2026, 16:49
🏠 Rent or Buy: What is more profitable in 2026? Expert Taras Kozak revealed the conditions under which renting housing is economically justified: ✅ Mobility: Frequent moves make buying unprofitable due to transaction and renovation costs. ✅ Investments: If the return on capital is higher than the cost of rent, it is better to invest than to buy. ✅ Hidden costs: The owner pays taxes and spends on repairs, which is not the case with renting. 💰 A mortgage is profitable if the payment is lower than rent, but it is safer to spend no more than 30% of income on housing. #realestate #mortgage #rent #finance #XAB
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