The Bainters want to estimate annual costs for purchasing the home so they can compare them with the costs they estimated for renting. These costs are expenses the Bainters will have only if they...

The Bainters want to estimate annual costs for purchasing the home so they can compare them with the costs they estimated for renting. These costs are expenses the Bainters will have only if they purchase instead of rent:

• monthly mortgage payment


• $200 per year for HOA fees


• $1,750 per year for property taxes


• $1,950 per year for home maintenance


• $75 per month for water and sewer services


• $10 per month for trash and recycling services


• $65 per month for internet


• $110 per month for homeowners' insurance

Approximately how much should the Bainters budget for a year?

Your answer should include

• the total amount the Bainters should budget


• the calculations or an explanation of how you determined the answer