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Home Loans

How to Keep Costs from Going Through the Roof

30. Look for government incentives for first-time homebuyers, low- or moderate-income families and other borrowers. Eligible applicants can save on the interest rate, closing costs, down payment, and other loan terms.

For example, mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration may feature low down payments and low closing costs (go to www.hud.gov/buying/loans.cfm or call 1-800-569-4287). For details about programs offered by your city, county or state government, call its housing agency or check the government Web site.

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