Buying an Illinois Home in 2016: Saving for a Down Payment
Buying an Illinois Home in 2016: Saving for a Down Payment
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% 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:
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.
Click here to search Northern Illinois Homes for Sale.
Jim Starwalt
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Jim Starwalt, Broker Owner
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes
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Buying an Illinois Home in 2016: Saving for a Down Payment
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% 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:
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% 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.
Click here to search Northern Illinois Homes for Sale.
Jim Starwalt
Thinking of making a move?
Easily search Northern Illinois Homes for Sale with photos, open houses and virtual tours at StarHomeTeam.com
Jim Starwalt, Broker Owner
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes
Phone: 847-548-2625
Jim@StarHomeTeam.com
Find Me Online
Buying an Illinois Home in 2016: Saving for a Down Payment
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