Locked Out: Should You Take ‘Free Money’ to Buy a Home?

Homebuying assistance programs can lower your upfront costs, but weigh the trade-offs first.

# Locked Out: Should You Take ‘Free Money’ to Buy a Home? Homebuying assistance programs can lower your upfront costs, but weigh the trade-offs first. **Read the full article:** [NerdWallet](https://www.nerdwallet.com/mortgages/news/locked-out-free-money-to-buy-a-house) *This article was originally published by NerdWallet. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*