If you have a three - year lease, you'll end up with $ 9,000 ($ 250 x 36 months) in rent credit when the lease ends. (investorjunkie.com)
But if you can negotiate a lower monthly rent credit and be disciplined to save the difference on your own, that would be a better deal. (investorjunkie.com)
To be safe, do not use rent credits and use a lease and a straight option. (biggerpockets.com)