10 Ways to Get a Down Payment

Nicole Lahti with United Lending here in Austin Texas recently published a blog post detailing 10 Ways to Get a Down Payment.  

With the new expanded tax credits available to home buyers between now and April 2010, mortgage rates hovering around or below 5%, the market is ripe with opportunity. 

However, with first time buyers especially, the question can often be, "Id like to buy but where would I come up with the down payment?" 

Currently, the least amount that you can put down would be with a FHA loan which requires 3.5% down on a qualified purchase.   

But you might be surprised about some of these creative sources for a down payment that may not have crossed your mind.  Take a look at this list.