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The 20% Down Payment Myth Indiana Homebuyers Still Believe

The 20% Down Payment Myth Indiana Homebuyers Still Believe

by | Sep 14, 2026 | Psychology

Twenty percent down isn't a universal lending requirement or a rule every buyer must follow. For many Indiana buyers working through the numbers, it isn't even the smartest move. A 20% down payment can cost more when it leaves too little cash for...

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