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What is better: taking out a loan to buy an apartment or rent in January 2025? - La Nacion Propiedades
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January 30, 2025
In the current Argentine economic context, both paying the installment of a mortgage loan and continuing to rent present their challenges and advantages.
By Candela Contreras
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In the complex labyrinth of financial decisions , where the dream and the opportunities of owning a home are still very difficult to achieve, various banks have entered the complex universe of the real estate market , offering opportunities to access a home through a mortgage loan . Therefore, many people are faced with a crucial decision: Should they buy a home with a loan or continue renting?
UVA-adjusted mortgage loans emerged in April 2016, during the government of Mauricio Macri, with the aim of facilitating access to home ownership .
The main characteristic of these loans is that the installment is adjusted for inflation , which initially allows for a low balance to be paid, but with an economy with a history that condemns it, the risk of increases over time is a risk . “From its beginning until now, the UVA grew almost 64 times its value and the initial installments were 25% of the taker's income, but then, due to high inflation, it came to represent up to 40%,” explained José Rozados, director of Reporte Inmobiliario. But, in turn, he reflected: “ That percentage is very similar to what a person must allocate from their salary to pay rent .”
Currently, there are already 23 entities that have launched their new credit lines , after five years of almost non-existence of the same. “This news is a very good sign that nobody wants to be left out of the market and that the banks are betting heavily on the normalization of the economy,” analyzes Federico González Rouco, an economist from the Empiria team , the consulting firm of Hernán Lacunza, author of the book El sueño de la casa propia .
Mortgage loans: 23 banks offer their lines of loansMary Altaffer - AP
In this context, the rates of mortgage loans launched range between 3% and 14% . The amounts to be lent reach up to $250 million , although in some cases there is no limit. In general, these loans finance between 75% and 80% of the value of the property, the financing terms vary between 5 and 30 years, and the installments , being UVA loans, are adjusted for inflation . In addition, the installment committed by the borrower must represent between 20% and 30% of the monthly income .
In concrete numbers, a studio apartment of 40 m2 is rented for $474,633 per month; a one-bedroom apartment of 50 m2 is listed for $566,025; while a two-bedroom apartment of 70 m2 is listed for $761,505, on average.
Now, in the midst of this panorama, the eternal question arises: should I pay a loan installment or continue paying rent?
Rentals: Since the repeal of the law, the panorama in the real estate market has changed Prostock-studio - Shutterstock
In specific cases, taking a UVA mortgage loan -with an average rate of 6.5% to be paid in 30 years-, and a rent in the city of Buenos Aires , an example would be like this: a family acquired a UVA loan for $109,781,250 for the purchase of an average one-bedroom, 40 m² apartment in Palermo, which costs US$125,000 (around $137,500,000 , taking a dollar at $1171), so they had to have US$31,250 in savings initially (25% of the value of the home requested by the bank). In this case, the value of the first installment would be $693,892 , and will be adjusted monthly for inflation variations.
On the other hand, an average rent for a unit with the same characteristics in Palermo (the second most expensive in the city), implies a monthly rent of around $610,098 . Although, in this case, the adjustment will also be for inflation, but every three or four months depending on the contract signed.
Another case, using the same amount to borrow, can be seen in the purchase of a three-room apartment in, for example, Paternal . In this area, the value of a rental with similar characteristics is around $721,900 , 4% more than the value of the loan installment.
Rent or buy with credit? The dilemma of those who rent and want to own their home Pompi Gutnisky
The data show that in many cases, monthly mortgage payments can be higher, comparable or even lower than rental costs , especially if one considers the possibility of obtaining preferential rates as a bank customer.
The final decision will depend on the particular circumstances of each person or family , their financial situation and their long-term goals. Carefully evaluating both options and, if possible, seeking advice from a financial expert, is essential to make the best decision in this uncertain scenario.
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En el actual contexto económico argentino, tanto pagar la cuota de un crédito hipotecario como seguir alquilando presentan sus desafíos y ventajas
www.lanacion.com.ar
January 30, 2025
In the current Argentine economic context, both paying the installment of a mortgage loan and continuing to rent present their challenges and advantages.
By Candela Contreras
What is better: pay the mortgage or continue renting? FreePik
In the complex labyrinth of financial decisions , where the dream and the opportunities of owning a home are still very difficult to achieve, various banks have entered the complex universe of the real estate market , offering opportunities to access a home through a mortgage loan . Therefore, many people are faced with a crucial decision: Should they buy a home with a loan or continue renting?
UVA-adjusted mortgage loans emerged in April 2016, during the government of Mauricio Macri, with the aim of facilitating access to home ownership .
The main characteristic of these loans is that the installment is adjusted for inflation , which initially allows for a low balance to be paid, but with an economy with a history that condemns it, the risk of increases over time is a risk . “From its beginning until now, the UVA grew almost 64 times its value and the initial installments were 25% of the taker's income, but then, due to high inflation, it came to represent up to 40%,” explained José Rozados, director of Reporte Inmobiliario. But, in turn, he reflected: “ That percentage is very similar to what a person must allocate from their salary to pay rent .”
Currently, there are already 23 entities that have launched their new credit lines , after five years of almost non-existence of the same. “This news is a very good sign that nobody wants to be left out of the market and that the banks are betting heavily on the normalization of the economy,” analyzes Federico González Rouco, an economist from the Empiria team , the consulting firm of Hernán Lacunza, author of the book El sueño de la casa propia .
Mortgage loans: 23 banks offer their lines of loansMary Altaffer - AP
In this context, the rates of mortgage loans launched range between 3% and 14% . The amounts to be lent reach up to $250 million , although in some cases there is no limit. In general, these loans finance between 75% and 80% of the value of the property, the financing terms vary between 5 and 30 years, and the installments , being UVA loans, are adjusted for inflation . In addition, the installment committed by the borrower must represent between 20% and 30% of the monthly income .
The situation of the rental market
At the same time, the rental market in Argentina has also undergone significant changes in recent times, after the law was repealed - on December 29, 2023 - which led to the rules of the game being modified:- Increased supply : Property listings for rent increased by more than 190% throughout 2024, according to data from the Real Estate Association.
- Slowdown in price increases : increases in listing prices on the main real estate portals are slowing down month by month. In fact, the listing prices of apartments for rent that were published in January in the city of Buenos Aires registered the lowest year-on-year increase since July 2020 : that is, in the last 12 months the accumulated figure reached 39.7%, according to data from ZonaProp. According to the recent survey , the average published price increased 2.8% in January compared to the previous month and is below the city's Consumer Price Index: which registered a monthly variation of 3.3% in December 2024 compared to the previous month (the last data surveyed).
- New contractual conditions : there is now freedom between the parties who usually close contracts for two years, in pesos, and with quarterly or four-monthly adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
In concrete numbers, a studio apartment of 40 m2 is rented for $474,633 per month; a one-bedroom apartment of 50 m2 is listed for $566,025; while a two-bedroom apartment of 70 m2 is listed for $761,505, on average.
Now, in the midst of this panorama, the eternal question arises: should I pay a loan installment or continue paying rent?
Rentals: Since the repeal of the law, the panorama in the real estate market has changed Prostock-studio - Shutterstock
The installment of a loan vs. the rent of an apartment in CABA
The choice between buying and renting depends not only on the initial value of the installments, but also on other factors such as: job stability, the initial amount needed (from 20% to 35%, depending on the bank) and the long-term projection (from 15 to 30 years) of what you want to acquire as a home. What weighs more when making the decision and what do you give up?In specific cases, taking a UVA mortgage loan -with an average rate of 6.5% to be paid in 30 years-, and a rent in the city of Buenos Aires , an example would be like this: a family acquired a UVA loan for $109,781,250 for the purchase of an average one-bedroom, 40 m² apartment in Palermo, which costs US$125,000 (around $137,500,000 , taking a dollar at $1171), so they had to have US$31,250 in savings initially (25% of the value of the home requested by the bank). In this case, the value of the first installment would be $693,892 , and will be adjusted monthly for inflation variations.
On the other hand, an average rent for a unit with the same characteristics in Palermo (the second most expensive in the city), implies a monthly rent of around $610,098 . Although, in this case, the adjustment will also be for inflation, but every three or four months depending on the contract signed.
Another case, using the same amount to borrow, can be seen in the purchase of a three-room apartment in, for example, Paternal . In this area, the value of a rental with similar characteristics is around $721,900 , 4% more than the value of the loan installment.
Rent or buy with credit? The dilemma of those who rent and want to own their home Pompi Gutnisky
So what is best?
The answer to this question depends on several factors:- Ability to pay and job stability : If you have a stable income that allows you to meet the increasing installments of a UVA loan, it can be a good option to ensure your own home in the long term. However, in situations of job instability, renting offers greater flexibility, mainly because the contracts are short-term.
- Risk tolerance : UVA credits involve an inflationary risk that not everyone is willing to assume. Those who prefer certainty may lean towards renting, despite its increases.
- Long-term goals : Buying a home involves a long-term commitment. Renting, on the other hand, can be more convenient for those who do not want to live in one place for too long or do not want to take on long-term debt.
The data show that in many cases, monthly mortgage payments can be higher, comparable or even lower than rental costs , especially if one considers the possibility of obtaining preferential rates as a bank customer.
The final decision will depend on the particular circumstances of each person or family , their financial situation and their long-term goals. Carefully evaluating both options and, if possible, seeking advice from a financial expert, is essential to make the best decision in this uncertain scenario.
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