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• Author: Noah Koch
• Posted: Feb 10, 2026

Buying a home comes with several upfront costs that can feel overwhelming. However, if you are expecting a tax refund from the IRS this year, that extra money can give your homebuying budget a significant boost. Whether your refun...

• Author: Jennifer Kloss
• Posted: Sep 10, 2025

FHA loans help many people buy their first homes because they are easier to qualify for than many other loans. They usually require lower credit scores and have smaller down payments. Here are some of the best FHA lenders for Septe...

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: 2026-01-02

Buying a home can be exciting, but one big challenge for many people is coming up with enough money for the down payment. This is especially true for first-time buyers. However, there's good news: You don&rsqu...

• Author: Noah Koch
• Posted: 2025-12-18

In a significant turn of events for the American housing market, data from April 2025 reveals that down payments made by homebuyers have dipped slightly for the first time in nearly two years. This news comes from ...

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: 2025-10-17

In California's expensive Bay Area, first-time homebuyers who are finding it hard to save for a down payment now have a chance to get some help. A new program offers up to $200,000 as a loan to assist with ...

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: 2025-08-25

Are you ready to become a homeowner? If so, the biggest challenge can be saving for that all-important down payment. But what if we told you there was a way to get it done in 30 days or less? With so...

• Author: Noah Koch
• Posted: 2026-01-02

  Realize the Dream of Homeownership With Little to No Down Payment Zillow, one of the most visited real estate sites in the United States, recently introduced a 1% down payment initiative. At such...

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: 2025-11-10

Are you dreaming of owning your own home but struggling to come up with that hefty down payment? Recent news trends and government programs are reshaping the path to homeownership...

• Author: Margaret Hills
• Posted: 2025-10-24

For many aspiring homeowners, the prospect of buying a house can seem daunting, especially when it comes to saving for a down payment. Fortunately, various government programs and expert a...

• Author: Jennifer Kloss
• Posted: 2025-09-27

If you are considering buying a home, you may be eligible for various tax benefits that can help maximize your savings and gain additional deductions when paying for the down payment. Here are ...