A few years ago, it was easy for most buyers to borrow 100% of the purchase price of a home. Some borrowers even rolled the closing costs into their loans and borrowed 103%.
Today, those loans are gone.
The lowest down payment available today is a FHA loan with a minimum of 3% down.
FHA loans that close beginning January 1, 2009 will require 3.5% down.
So, if you are considering buying a home in the next month or two, you may want to consider going ahead and writing a contract with a quick closing in the next few weeks. Homes can easily be closed on in 3 weeks, and can close even quicker if you shorten inspection contingency deadlines.
If you do decide to wait, be prepared to bring a little more money to closing.
Arch City Homes
10936 Manchester Road St. Louis, MO, 63122 USA
admin@archcityhomes.com • 314-677-6538
10936 Manchester Road St. Louis, MO, 63122 USA
admin@archcityhomes.com • 314-677-6538
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