Everyone Says This Is The Best Way To Buy a Home (Are They Right)?

Everyone Says This Is The Best Way To Buy a Home (Are They Right)?

May 4, 2026 · 9 min

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The episode discusses the implications of putting less than 20% down when buying a home and its impact on overall financial health.

Putting less than 20% down might sound like a smart strategy, but is it really? We walk through how it could impact your overall financial picture. Next steps: · 🏠Not sure what to do next when buying or selling your home? Check out our ⁠⁠Real Estate Home Base⁠⁠ for free tools and resources to guide your next steps. · 🏠And if you’re ready to buy or sell your home, ⁠⁠connect with a RamseyTrusted® real estate agent⁠⁠. They’re experts who’ll help you confidently navigate homeownership the way we teach. Explore more from Ramsey Network: 💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights 🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show 🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour 💰 George Kamel 🪑 Front Row Seat with Ken Coleman 📈 EntreLeadership Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy

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