Are they just actually the same?
I'm not sure how much the trip will cost, I should think $500 will be ample.
I'm not sure how much the trip will cost, I think $500 will be ample.
Are they just actually the same?
I'm not sure how much the trip will cost, I should think $500 will be ample.
I'm not sure how much the trip will cost, I think $500 will be ample.
In all honesty, there is no difference between the two. When both are said, they are interpreted the same. The same is presented in the following phrases:
Do you care to join me this afternoon?
Would you care to join me this afternoon?
Although, the slight difference between phrases in both your example and my example is one is interpreted more formal than the other in certain situations.