Buying a Home

Peter Livingston | October 23, 2019

Buying a Home

	Buying a Home There's no doubt about it--owning a home is an exciting prospect. After all, you've always dreamed of having a place that you could truly call your own. But buying a home can be stressful, especially when you're buying one for the first time. Fortunately, knowing what to expect can make it a lot easier.
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	Applying for a Mortgage Once you have an idea of how much of a mortgage you can afford, you'll want to shop around and compare the mortgage rates and terms that various lenders offer.
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	The Down Payment In the past, lenders usually required a down payment of at least 20% of the purchase price of a home. Nowadays that's no longer the case. Instead, the amount of your down payment will depend on a variety of factors, such as your credit history and the type of mortgage you're applying for.
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	Popular Types of Mortgages Popular Types of Mortgages table.
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	Tax Benefits of Home Ownership In tax lingo, your principal residence is the place where you legally reside. It's typically the place where you spend most of your time, but several other factors are also relevant in determining your principal residence.
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	Opening the Door to Homeowners Insurance Your home is your castle, so the saying goes. And you're going to want to protect it. Homeowners insurance can give you just the protection you need.
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