Ok, I'm in the middle of buying my second house right now, I know something about it all.
Ok, generally speaking, you wanna put as much down as possible, most new home builders will want you to put between 10% and 20% down, it depends on the builder. Most mortgage companies can fully finance you, meaning you put $0 down, but that also hurts you in getting a good rate. Dont despair though. Getting a house is actually alot easier than you might think, even if your credit isnt up to snuff. But while you have it in your head that you wanna start looking, you'll wanna do a few things.
1. Before you get suckered into going the way of a realtor, seriously think about buying a new home, as they generally cost a little less, and since its new, they usually come with a great warranty.
2. Stay 100% on top of your credit. Go to www.freecreditreport.com and get their monthly thing for $12.95 a month. You can also fix your credit if there is stuff that shouldn't be on there, aliases, bad addresses, etc. Also while you're at it, if you have credit cards, begin to pay them down, not off, but try to leave your available credit at about 20% of your balance. This will help to boost your score. Also dont get any new inquries until after you are done buying your house.
3. Come up with a no BS budget on what you will be paying after you get your house. Figure your monthly house payment to be roughly 1% of the actual cost. It'll most likely be less, unless you get a really bad deal. And work with it. Put it all down on paper, or in an Excel file. Add in your car payment, if you have one, credit cards, insurance, groceries, gas, gas, gas.
But above all, you're goanna have to go shopping, and get out there and actually start looking. Seriously, take a good look at new homes in your area, preferably ones from a very good builder. Do your homework. Good luck in your house hunting.
2006-07-24 11:10:23
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answered by jeff the drunk 6
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5-10% down, Don't get a loan to buy the house because you need to have the money in the bank not from a loan. A gift is okay though. Make sure you have a paper trail to verify it was a gift. Its complicated and should be discussed with a loan rep.
2006-07-24 10:42:41
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answered by tankgirl_84 3
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2016-08-28 18:40:29
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answered by ? 4
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If you don't have alot of money, or if you are a first time home buyer, applyfor a MISHDA loan, fannie mae loan,VA loans. They do not require alot of money down, and in some cases no money down at all. You could also look into Habitat for Humanity homes. Good Luck.
2006-07-24 10:44:44
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answered by mischa 6
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A down payment can average from 20,000.00 to 50,000.00 - It really depends upon you, your credit. I'd check with banks in your area. They'll tell you exactly what you need (and want) to know. You should be able to get a loan - depending, again, upon credit, and other factors. Good luck.
2006-07-24 10:41:58
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answered by Anonymous
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You usually have to put 5% down, but some loans you can get for nothing down but the fees to write them are much higher.
2006-07-24 10:40:54
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answered by Anonymous
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used to be 10% now you can get 0% down & govt. help for first time buyer but be very carful read the fine print on every piece of paper you have to sign, and ask about the cost of closing you will have to pay for this good luck it will be your greatist achivement and satisfaction
2006-07-24 10:46:01
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answered by joseph k 1
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Go to www.lendingtree.com to determine what you need to put down. Each lender has their own perameters and requirements. Ditech.com will do 125% financing. You can also go to bankrate.com to determine what you can afford both in the house and downpayment.
2006-07-24 10:48:11
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answered by eskie lover 7
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