The Truth About Down Payments [INFOGRAPHIC]

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There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home.

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But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive.

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And if you want to give your savings a boost, look into down payment assistance. There are thousands of programs that offer an average benefit of nearly $17,000.

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To learn more about loan options or down payment assistance programs, connect with a trusted lender and check out downpaymentresource.com.

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‍Source: Keeping Current Matters

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The information contained, and the opinions expressed, in this article are not intended to be construed as investment advice. Keeping Current Matters, Inc. does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy or completeness of the information or opinions contained herein. Nothing herein should be construed as investment advice. You should always conduct your own research and due diligence and obtain professional advice before making any investment decision. Keeping Current Matters, Inc. will not be liable for any loss or damage caused by your reliance on the information or opinions contained herein.

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