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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

Buying a Home? What You Should Know About Homeowners Insurance Costs

Buying a Home? What You Should Know About Homeowners Insurance Costs Homeowners Insurance Costs Are Rising: What Home Buyers Need To Know If buying a home is on your radar, you've probably been keeping an eye on mortgage rates and home prices. But don’t forget about homeowners insurance.  Homeowners

Priced Out? A Condo or Townhome Could Be Your Way Into Homeownership

Priced Out? A Condo or Townhome Could Be Your Way Into Homeownership Why More Buyers Are Considering Condos and Townhomes Today's home prices have a lot of buyers – especially first-time buyers – wondering if there’s even anything out there that’s in their budget. But owning a home may be more withi