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down payment assistance: 10 Ways to Get a Down Payment - 12/02/09 06:06 PM
As you've probably already heard, the $8,000 federal tax credit for first-time home buyers has been extended and expanded to include move-up buyers.  While this is great news, the most common issue for a first time buyer still remains...How do I get the money needed for down payment on a home purchase? Well, I'm glad you asked! Here are some ideas of where to come-up with the funds:
• Get a Gift – With FHA financing the buyer can get a gift from a relative for the down payment and closing cost. A gift letter signed by donor and recipient as … (7 comments)

down payment assistance: How to Access the First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit BEFORE Closing - 08/13/09 05:20 PM
The $8,000 first time homebuyer tax credit has been a big help to homebuyers this year.  Although I don't recommend buying a home because of the tax credit, I think its a good idea to put the gas on your purchase if you've seriously been contemplating a home purchase independent of the tax credit.  The last day you can buy a home (i.e.,  keys in your hand, not just putting a contract on a home) is November 30th .  Assuming it takes 30-45 days to close on the mortgage financing, you need to have a property under contract by mid-October, which … (6 comments)

 
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Nicole Lahti, Austin Texas Mortgage

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