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Exploring Homebuyer Assistance Programs: Assessing the Options Available

April 26, 2022 by Mark Ikeda

Exploring Homebuyer Assistance Programs: Assessing the Options AvailableThe traditional rule of thumb is that you should put down 20 percent of the cost of the house if you decide to become a homeowner. Unfortunately, the thought of saving 20 percent of the price of a home for a down payment can be daunting for people who are trying to buy a house for the first time. If you purchase a house worth $250,000, this means that you would have to save up $50,000 to put down. Fortunately, there are multiple down payment assistance programs that can make it easier for people to afford a home. 

The Traditional First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Programs

If you are purchasing a home for the first time, you might be able to purchase a house for as little as 3.5 percent down. This comes in the form of an FHA loan. Even though there is a chance you might be asked to pay private mortgage insurance, the idea of putting 3.5 percent down immediately makes a house look more affordable. 

Programs For Repeat Homebuyers

Even though there are plenty of programs available for first-time home buyers, there are options available for repeat home buyers as well. For example, between 35 and 40 percent of all down payment assistance programs have been designed for repeat home buyers. This means that regardless of where you are at on your journey, there might be programs that can make it easier for you to afford a home. 

Programs Are Available For Public Servants

If you work in a service profession, there might be programs specifically designed to help you afford a home. For example, there is a specific program called Teacher Next Door that makes it easier for teachers to afford a home. If you are a first responder, veteran, or active-duty soldier, there are specific programs designed to make it easier for you to afford a home as well.

Explore All Options Available

Ultimately, these are just a few of the many examples of programs that are available that can make it easier for you to afford a home. Even if you do not have the money to put down 20 percent, there are programs that could make it easier for you to purchase a house. 

 

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