Worried about your kids entering the property market? Feeling torn between helping them buy a home and protecting your own financial future? You’re not alone — this week’s video dives into that tough decision many families are now facing.
Robert Goudie shares a real conversation with an older couple considering going guarantor for their son’s first home purchase — a situation that’s becoming increasingly common.
Before discussing the risks of being a guarantor, Rob took a step back and compared the real cost of renting vs buying, using an example from a small town in country Victoria. The son currently pays $350 per week in rent, while buying a similar home would cost around $350,000.
Rob breaks down the true cost of homeownership:
$25,000 in annual interest
$5,000 in principal
$4,000 in property costs
→ Totalling over $34,000 per year, compared to $18,000 in rent
This sparked an important question: Is rent really dead money?
Rob challenges this belief by showing how owning a home can stretch cash flow and impact lifestyle, especially in regional areas.
💬 One key takeaway:
"You can rent the house, or rent the money to buy it — either way, you’re paying."
This video is a must-watch for anyone weighing up the emotional and financial pros and cons of:
Becoming a guarantor
Buying vs renting in today’s market
Preserving lifestyle vs taking on debt
Got a question or a scenario you’d like explored? Leave it in the comments — Rob may feature it in a future video.
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