Down payments are common for first-time homebuyers. It seems that the initial financial stab at home ownership is among the greatest roadblocks of owning a home, especially in high-cost urban housing markets. Gift funds are often the answer. Family members willing to pitch in … [Read more...] about What’s the deal with gift funds as a down payment?
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Real Estate Trivia
Ready for some real estate trivia? Ready to challenge your friends? Let everyone know how you did in the comments. Try this Real Estate trivia game at a party. Challenge your friends. It isn't so easy, is it? You can show them how smart you are. Or, better yet, share … [Read more...] about Real Estate Trivia
Saving for a Down Payment? There’s an App for That.
I usually don’t put share links to apps that I love, but in this case, it can help you when you're saving for a down payment – really. I use it myself. When the market last year skyrocketed in the early months then took a nosedive at the end of the year, I still did well. To … [Read more...] about Saving for a Down Payment? There’s an App for That.
