By KCM Crew November 13, 2025
A lot of buyers are stuck in “wait and see” mode right now.
By KCM Crew November 12, 2025
If it feels like you’re seeing new construction signs pop up everywhere, you’re not wrong.
By KCM Crew November 10, 2025
If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools out there.
By KCM Crew November 6, 2025
There’s been a lot of talk lately about how a government shutdown impacts the housing market. You might be wondering: Is it causing everything to grind to a halt?
By KCM Crew November 5, 2025
If you’ve seen headlines about home prices dropping, it’s easy to wonder what that means for the value of your home too. Here’s what you really need to know.
By KCM Crew November 3, 2025
If there was one simple step that could help make your home sale a seamless process, wouldn't you want to know about it?
By KCM Crew October 30, 2025
If you stepped back from your home search over the past few years, you’re not alone – and you’re definitely not out of options. In fact, now might be the ideal time to take another look. 
By KCM Crew October 29, 2025
Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later.
By KCM Crew October 27, 2025
A few years ago, inventory hit a record low. Just about anything sold – and fast. But now, there are far more homes on the market.
By KCM Crew October 23, 2025
Scroll through your feed and you’ll see plenty of finger-pointing about why homes cost so much. 
Show More

What You Really Need To Know About Down Payments

KCM Crew • June 17, 2025
What You Really Need To Know About Down Payments Simplifying The Market

a screenshot of a phone

Some Highlights

  • There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive.
  • And if you want to give your savings a boost, look into down payment assistance. Most first-time buyers qualify and the typical benefit is $17,000.
  • To learn more about loan options or down payment assistance programs, connect with a trusted lender and check out downpaymentresource.com.
By KCM Crew November 13, 2025
A lot of buyers are stuck in “wait and see” mode right now.
By KCM Crew November 12, 2025
If it feels like you’re seeing new construction signs pop up everywhere, you’re not wrong.
More Posts