Strengthen your finances by paying down debt, working on credit, and sticking to a budget. You should set aside emergency funds and save extra if you’re making a down payment on a house. Create a new monthly budget for yourself by adding in homeowner costs like utilities and repairs. If you have extra money, you can add it to your down payment savings.
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