1. Mary purchased a home for $200,000. By living in the home, she saved $18,000 annually because she did not have to pay rent. She had to pay $3000 annually for upkeep of the home. By the end of the first year, the home price had appreciated to $210,000. What was her return for the first year (considering assumed rents)?
2. Josh earns $80,000 a year. He would like to purchase a home and applies for a mortgage from the bank. The bank requires that the debt not exceed 28 percent of his annual income. With the current down payment he is willing to pay, his monthly mortgage payment will be $1,600. In addition, he will have to pay $4,000 annually for tax and insurance. Will the bank approve his loan?