Do You Really Need 20% Down to Buy a Home?

Q & A

A lot of buyers assume 20% down is required to purchase a home.

In many cases, that’s not true.

Depending on the loan program, credit profile, and property type, some buyers qualify with much less.

The challenge is that many people disqualify themselves before ever speaking with a lender.

Has anyone here delayed buying because they thought they needed more money saved?

Posted Jun 13, 2026, 5:39 PM UTC

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