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The Facts (and Myths) on Down Payments and PMI

Thinking about buying a home and worried about your down payment? You’ve likely heard the rule of thumb about not purchasing a home unless you can put 20 percent down. Before accepting this myth, Fred...

The No. 1 Reason Not to Use Retirement Money to Buy a House

Saving for a down payment can be difficult, making it tempting to break into your 401(k). While you may trust yourself to pay it back, there are serious downsides to borrowing from a 401(k) that could...