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Why a 20% Down Payment Works Well

February 22, 2022 by Rachel Gontkovic

If you’re planning to buy a new home, you may be wondering about the down payment. Loan programs require down payments as low as 3.5% for FHA loans and there are conventional loans offering as low as 5%. While you have a lot of options, there are three strong benefits to making a 20% down payment on ... » Learn More about Why a 20% Down Payment Works Well

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Buying a Home Just Got Easier

December 16, 2021 by Rachel Gontkovic

Since the pandemic began, Americans have reevaluated the meaning of the word home. That’s led some renters to realize the many benefits of homeownership, including the financial benefits that come with rising home equity. However, not every purchaser has been able to fulfill their desire for a ... » Learn More about Buying a Home Just Got Easier

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5 Ways to Save Money to Buy Your Next Home

September 24, 2018 by Rachel Gontkovic

According to a Zillow survey, coming up with a down payment is one of the biggest hurdles young buyers face, and the Zillow Group Report sheds light on previously unknown statistics about how millennials are pulling together enough cash. Less than half (39 percent) of millennials put down the ... » Learn More about 5 Ways to Save Money to Buy Your Next Home

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