Should I use No Down Payment to Buy?

UPDATE:  This option is no longer available.  you need 10% down payment as a Minimum.  You will pay PMI. 

This option has changed from a tool of low income buyers that simply lacked any cash to put down on a purchase to a very smart investment vehicle for the disciplined investor. One of the main factors involved in this is the likelihood that you will not own your condominium for a very long term, as most Lake of the Ozark Condos “turn over” every 3.5 years on average (this is my estimation).

The main idea at work here is that you will be able to take the money saved and will consistently invest it instead in things such as stocks or mutual funds or something similar. You can do this by taking the money you would have otherwise used as down payment and invest those same funds somewhere else, provided you put your money to work, and don’t spend it frivolously. I agree with the concept, and these concepts should most definitely be explored. Right now, there is a serious backlash against no money down and interest only options, and for good reason. Many loan originators put people that never should have been in these plans into their primary homes and used the lower payments to qualify buyers for more than they could afford.

What I am suggesting is that you consider all options when looking at purchasing a Lake of the Ozarks Condominium. Using your mortgage as a financial planning tool is a good thing, but is not for everybody by any stretch. I’ll be glad to help you with any questions you have about your condominium purchase at the Lake of the Ozarks.

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