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Think New Homes Cost More? Not Right Now.

Think New Homes Cost More? Not Right Now. Most people think a newly built home costs more than an existing one. But recent national housing data shows newly built homes may be more affordable than many buyers expect. And builders are also using price reductions and incentives to help keep inventory

Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home? Read This First.

Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home? Read This First. Lately, headlines have floated an eye-catching idea about tapping into your 401(k) to cover a down payment on a home. Maybe you've caught the buzz and wondered whether that money could get you into a home faster, especially with

The Case for Putting 20% Down on Your Next Home

The Case for Putting 20% Down on Your Next Home If you’re planning to buy your next home soon, you’ve probably heard the old rule about saving 20% for your down payment. The truth is, you usually don’t have to. Plenty of loan options let qualified buyers put down much less. But a lot of repeat buyer

Thinking About Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates? Read This First

Thinking About Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates? Read This First Imagine waiting a year to buy a home, only to find mortgage rates haven't changed much. That may sound frustrating. But it's a real possibility. A lot of people are putting their plans on hold because they believe much lower mortgage r