> Purchasing decisions are made based on the monthly payment. Yep, this made the decision for me. Do I pay 30% more rent to move into a basement? Or 50% more m

> Purchasing decisions are made based on the monthly payment. Yep, this made the decision for me. Do I pay 30% more rent to move into a basement? Or 50% more mortgage for a full, freehold house outside of the city? I like living in this urban area, but a hybrid commute from a small town with the bare amenities is not bad either if it gets me a house.