In the market to purchase a home? Answer this - can you afford it?

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A New York Times column asks - Can I Afford to Buy a Home? And then proceeds to a series of  questions that will help you answer the question.  Here we go:

Buying a home is the biggest financial decision most people will make, with many factors going into that decision. In some markets, renting might be a better option, depending on your personal circumstances.

Your Income

Taking on a mortgage is a long-term commitment. You should be confident that your income level will be stable for the foreseeable future, or at least three to five years, the minimum amount of time before it would likely make financial sense to sell or refinance. 

Your Savings

You will most likely be tapping your savings to make a down payment. Keep in mind that mortgage lenders won’t want you to deplete your savings entirely – they will want you to have cash reserves to cover unexpected expenses. Reserve requirements vary, depending on the lender and type of loan, but figure at least two months’ worth of payments.

There's more to read at the Times.  Hope you find it helpful.

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