The Teacher's Corner
: A second mortgage with 0% interest and no monthly payments, often forgiven if you live in the house for 5–10 years.
: In exchange for a slightly higher interest rate, some lenders will pay for your closing costs. ⚠️ Important Trade-offs to Consider
: You start with zero equity. If home prices dip, you could immediately owe more than the house is worth (negative equity). want to buy a house with no money down
: Many lenders accept scores starting at 580–620 .
⭐ : Check your state's specific Housing Finance Agency (HFA) website; they often have 2026 updates for first-time buyer grants that are not advertised on national sites. : A second mortgage with 0% interest and
: Determined by your ability to repay rather than a fixed cap.
: Available for low-to-moderate-income buyers in USDA-eligible rural and suburban areas . Eligibility : Roughly 97% of U.S. land is eligible. If home prices dip, you could immediately owe
: "Free money" that doesn't need to be repaid (e.g., Bank of America's Home Grant offers up to $7,500).