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Display Name:	EliB
Member Since:	4/10/07

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I did the math just recently when I refinanced, and with the tax benefits I did way better buying rather than renting. Now if we assumed a great return on investing the down payment in something else, maybe.......

To Rent or To Buy?

4/13/07 6:33 PM

It's a BEAUTIFUL chair. And really comfortable. And frankly you're not gong to get one on eBay for much less.
The question: can you afford the original? And the ottoman (you need the ottoman.) If you can...buy it. The resale value is a HUGE issue. You will always be able to get at least $1800 for the set, which means however many years or months of enjoyment you got from it will cost you a bit over a thousand dollars.
The $750 knockoff? If you try to sell that on eBay or Craigs you might get $200 if you are lucky.

If you can't swing it? Well certainly don't feel bad! If you want a design classic, there are great chairs at lower price points (I am partial to Bertoia). Otherwise just buy stuff that looks cool. Originality gets way more points in my book than spendiness.

Good Questions: Should I Spring For a Knockoff?

4/10/07 8:18 PM