07/24/2026
You might be closer to buying a home than you think
One of the biggest first-time buyer myths is that you need 20% down. In some cases, your minimum down payment can start at just 5%.
But here’s the part people often miss: your down payment is not the only money you need.
There’s also your deposit, legal fees, closing costs, home inspection, moving expenses and a few other costs that are much easier to handle when you know about them ahead of time.
The goal is not just to have enough to buy a home. It’s to have enough to buy comfortably.
Swipe through for the numbers you should know before you start shopping ➡️
Questions about where to start? Reach out. I’m always happy to help you make sense of it.
