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#RI-69a90c12·4 months ago·
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“Using HELOC as home downpayment”
What Actually Happened
We're considering using a HELOC to fund our new home's downpayment, hoping to avoid simultaneous close dates and mortgage contingencies.
What I wish I knew
"The risks of having multiple mortgages and potential sale delays were not clear to me."
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider alternative financing options and carefully weigh the risks before using a HELOC for a downpayment."
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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