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Complete costs of buying a home, from down payment to maintenance (and more)

Home prices have skyrocketed, creating affordability issues for prospective buyers. Upfront expenses associated with buying a ...
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Is $2,800 a Smart Mortgage Payment When I Take Home $5,200 Monthly?

This Redditor is debating whether or not they can afford a home based on their current salary. At best, most people shouldn’t exceed 25% of their net take-home pay for the mortgage. Based on the ...
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4 ways to make your home down payment savings grow, according to top-ranked advisors

Coming up with a down payment can be daunting with high home prices. Different investment and savings vehicles can help you get a higher return on your funds, experts say. Deciding what works best for ...
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Want to Buy a Home? Saving for a Down Payment Is Harder Than Ever

Katherine Watt is a former CNET Money writer focusing on mortgages, home equity and banking. She previously wrote about personal finance for NextAdvisor. Based in New York, Katherine graduated summa ...