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April 16, 2009

Scrounging Up a Down Payment to Buy One of the Alexandria VA Homes for Sale

Filed under: Alexandria VA homes for sale — Fairfax County VA Real Estate Agent @ 2:18 am

You’ve decided to take the plunge and buy a home for your family.  With the banking industry in the shape it is, unless you have stellar credit, you’ll need a down payment than ever before.  So, how do you get the down payment to buy one of the Alexandria VA homes for sale that you’ve always dreamed of?

Tax Refund

It’s that time of year and maybe you’ve got a large income tax refund coming soon.  If so, set it aside to help pay your down payment on Alexandria VA real estate. 

Get Scrounging

Scour your attic, basement and storage units. Look in every nook and cranny to find items that are in decent shape, but no longer used, and have a garage sale.  Sure it’s usually pennies on the dollar of what your stuff is worth.  But if you’re not using it, someone else can, and you get the cash in hand. If you find items that are more valuable, sell them on eBay.  Every little bit helps.

Rich Relatives?

Hey, if you have’em use’em.  This is no time to feel shy about asking for a gift.  Purchasing one of the Alexandria VA homes for sale is a wise investment.  Many relatives who might otherwise be unwilling to give cash for frivolous items are happy to help loved ones buy a home.

Sell Something Big

Having precious jewelry or antiques is a great asset.  Consider selling items you’ve been holding onto as investments, in order to get the home of your dreams.

There are many ways to come up with the down payment and financing you need to buy Alexandria VA homes for sale.  I can help!  Email me now at Steve@HomeSearchWebsite.com or give me a call at 703-909-3939 today.

Steve Hawkins
Long and Foster REALTORS®
Springfield, Virginia
www.HomeSearchWebsite.com
Steve@HomeSearchWebsite.com
703-909-3939

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