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If you were to go purchase a house in today's housing market, you would likely have to come up with a minimum of $40,000 in cash for a down payment; and that's if the house is on the low end of the price spectrum. There are some...

Breaking Down the Barriers to Homeownership Owning a home is a dream for many, but the financial hurdle of a down payment can often seem impossible. Fortunately, various program...

In California, a couple struggling with health issues faced eviction from their subsidized home despite having the funds to settle their unpaid rent.  Currently, sta...

Congress has just approved a new bill that might make a lot of homeowners very happy because it could help them save a lot of money on their taxes. While this bill, celebrated by ...

The idea of placing a down payment on something you cannot afford and will have to pay down over time is a cornerstone of a debt-based payment. In other words, the more you put down on something to start, the less you will ...

Everybody knows that buying a house is expensive. In addition to the mortgage, there are other associated costs, like closing costs, home insurance, and down payment. The beauty is that many financial institutions offer products that can ...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released the biggest update to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards in over 30 years, introducing 90 new or revised standards.&nbs...

Getting Ready Costs Less Now Mortgage rates have dropped a bit recently, but buying a home is still pretty expensive. If you're thinking about buying a home, it's smart to start saving mon...

Buying a home after renting one for a certain period is a big step that can become overwhelming. You will need to decide the kind of house you want, consider your current finances, and establish the best strategies to...