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Major Life Purchases

The big-ticket decisions — homes, cars, and everything that comes with them — and the arithmetic that determines whether they help or hurt your finances.

Buying a Home

Buying Your First Home: What It Actually CostsA first home comes down to four numbers: the down payment, the full monthly payment, closing costs, and the cash left afterward. Here's how to run them.