How long does it take to save a down payment?

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In a recent?study?conducted by?Builder.com, researchers determined that nationwide it would take??nearly eight years??for a first-time buyer to save enough for a down payment on their dream home.

Depending on where you live, median rents, incomes and home prices all vary. By determining the percentage a renter spends on housing in each state and the amount needed for a 10 percent down payment, they were able to establish how long (in years) it would take for an average resident to save.

According to the study, residents in South Dakota are able to save for a down payment the quickest in just under 3.5 years. Below is a map created using the data for each state:

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What if you only needed to save 3%?

What if you were able to take advantage of one of the?Freddie Mac?or?Fannie Mae?3 percent down programs? Suddenly saving for a down payment no longer takes 5 or 10 years, but becomes attainable in under two years in many states as shown in the map below.

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Bottom Line

Whether you have just started to save for a down payment, or have been for years, you may be closer to your dream home than you think! Meet with a local real estate professional who can help you evaluate your ability to buy today.?For more information, please contact The Olear Team today!