Kelly Kang and Shannon Levenson are real estate professionals with Paragon Real Estate Group. Kelly has experience in single-family home development, construction contracting and litigation, multi-unit investment management, and tenancy-in-common development and sales. Shannon grew up in real estate, bought his first property at age 22, and has experience in residential and commercial lending, income property analysis, green building, and home renovation. The document provides information and advice about whether to rent or buy, down payment requirements, current interest rates, and how rates affect monthly payments. Resources for additional information are also listed.
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Rent vs. Buy
2. Kelly Kang
Realtor
Kelly joined Paragon after gaining a wealth of experience in
real estate and construction.
Single Family Home Development
Construction Contract Review & Negotiation
Construction Litigation
Multi-Unit Investment Management
Tenancy-In-Common Development & Sales
3. Shannon Levenson
Loan Consultant
Shannon was brought up in the real estate world, bought his
first property at 22 and has experience in the following:
Residential Real Estate Lending
Commercial Real Estate Lending
Income Property Analysis
Green Building and Sustainable Design
Home renovation
4. If You’ve Ever Asked Yourself Any of These
Questions…Consult a Real Estate Professional.
 Is it better to Rent or Buy?
 How Much is a Downpayment?
 What would my Monthly Payment be if I Owned?
 Is it a Good Time to Buy?
 How do Interest Rates Affect Me?
5. Is it better to rent or buy?
That depends on you.
8. How Much is a Down Payment?
 20% - YES
 Conventional financing requires 20% down
 10% - YES
 With a 2nd loan/HELOC you can qualify for conventional financing
with only 10% down
 5% - YES
 With private mortgage insurance you can qualify for conventional
financing with only 5% down (3% in some instances)
 3.5% - YES
 FHA insured loans allow you to qualify for conventional financing with
only 3.5% down
 0% - YES
 VA and other government sponsored programs allow for 100%
financing or more for qualified individuals and properties
9. Where do I get the money for
my down payment?
 Liquid assets
 saving, checking, investment, IRA, retirement accounts
 Gift funds
 friends and family can contribute money towards your down
payment
 Down Payment Assistance Programs
 Non-profit or government programs to assist home buyers
with their down payment
10. Is It a Good Time to Buy?
Interest Rates Lower than Ever!
11. Is it a Good Time To Buy?
Historical Rent vs. Loan Comparison
14.  Lake District
 2BD/2BA/1PKG
 HOA: $283
 1392 s.f.
 Formal Dining Rm
 Near Presidio
4500 California - $769,000
15.  Top-floor
 Fully Remodeled
 Natural light
 2BD/2BA
 Leased Parking
 HOA: $0
 Hayes Valley
240 Linden St. - $779,000
16. Resources
Buy vs. rent: These days, buying wins – CNN Money Article
http://business.fiu.edu/pdf/PrintMay2011/buying-vs-rent.pdf
IRS Withholding Calculator
http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/IRS-Withholding-Calculator
New York Times – Rent vs Buy Calculator
http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/business/buy-rent-
calculator.html?_r=1
Paragon Real Estate Group, Market Analytics
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