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Can You Give a Relative a Gift of Cash for a Mortgage Down Payment?

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Mortgage and Lending with Chris Brown | Certified Mortgage Planners NMLS 303797

A new house is a major investment. Even if you have a mortgage, the bank and the seller will still expect a sizeable down payment. That’s why lots of people regularly gift down payments to friends and relatives – it’s a great way to help young people start out on the path of home ownership.

 

But what are the rules around gifting down payments? Can you simply give someone everything they need? Although it’s a generous thought, it’s not always possible – here’s what you need to know. Continue here: Can You Give a Relative a Gift of Cash for a Mortgage Down Payment? Yes – Here’s How

 

Comments(1)

Jeanne Feenick
NextHome Premier - Basking Ridge, NJ
The Agent you choose REALLY does make a difference

I always advise buyers to be very clear and complete in discussing their finances and sources of funds --- gifts, especially those from out of the country, can really cause an issue or at minimum delay if not clearly understood upfront.

Oct 21, 2015 08:53 PM