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If you were to ask the question, “how much should I save for a down payment?”, you will likely get a range of answers. Some may...


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By Kimberly Shane On November 7, 2018

Gifted Down Payments

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, down payments are one of the most overwhelming parts of buying a home, especially if...


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The question, “can I get a home with no down payment?” is likely in the top 10 most asked questions but the myth that you...

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For first time home buyers one of the most difficult hurdles is the down payment, that is why when forgivable down payment...


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In today’s economy, it’s harder than ever for renters to save up the money that they would need for a down payment on a new...

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Hobby Farm. That was a new phrase to me just about a year ago. When first hearing it, one may envision a posh warehouse filled...

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