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  Can You Buy a House with Low Income? Yes, it’s possible to buy a house even if you have a low income. Many special mortgage loans and home-buying programs are designed to help people with lower earnings. There i...

In Tucson, Arizona, something exciting is happening. The city is getting ready to start on a great project called Amazon Flats. This project will change the old Amazon Motel into 30 homes that people with less money can...

Saving up for a home down payment can feel like a huge challenge. Especially for first-time buyers, figuring out how to gather that lump sum for a down payment might seem like climbing a mountain. But, don'...

Navigating the world of higher education can be daunting, especially when faced with the rising costs of college tuition. Fortunately, for many students, Pell Grants offers a beacon of hope in the quest for a d...

FHA loans are incredibly popular with home buyers because they provide you with a low interest rate, low down payment requirement financing option. However, if you choose to apply for a loan with more than 80 percent loan-to-v...

For many first time home buyers, a dilemma comes up: is mortgage insurance worth it? And why is it even necessary?  What is mortgage insurance, anyways? Typically, until a person has about 22% equity in a home, mortgage companie...

Buying your first home can be challenging, and choosing the right mortgage lender can make a big difference. Here’s a simple guide to some of the top mortgage lenders for first-time buyers and wha...

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers special housing grants to help veterans with service-related disabilities. These grants are designed to help veterans buy, build, or make changes to a ho...

In middle of the Great Depression, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) was started to assist low-income families in finding affordable options for housing. Since then, HUD has expanded its assistance to inclu...