as in deposit
a first payment that you make when you buy something with an agreement to pay the rest later
She made a 10 percent down payment on the car. We put a down payment on the house.
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Recent Examples of down payment
Families that have been priced out of the market are able to use Habitat’s below-market interest rate loans and down payment assistance.
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Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 June 2026
In partnership with developer Hayden Homes, the organization sells homes to families through mortgages without a down payment or interest, targeting those who could not typically afford a house at market price.
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Matan Josephy,
Idaho Statesman,
13 June 2026
Bilt Point redemptions include airlines, hotels, future rent and mortgage payments, Lyft rides, statement credits, student loan balances, a down payment on a home, and more.
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Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
First-time home buyer down payment assistance in Kansas City isn’t one-size-fits-all — but between state programs, nonprofit grants and lender-specific options, most buyers will find something that fits.
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Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 June 2026
In partnership with developer Hayden Homes, the organization sells homes to families through mortgages without a down payment or interest, targeting those who could not typically afford a house at market price.
—
Matan Josephy,
Idaho Statesman,
13 June 2026
Bilt Point redemptions include airlines, hotels, future rent and mortgage payments, Lyft rides, statement credits, student loan balances, a down payment on a home, and more.
—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
First-time home buyer down payment assistance in Kansas City isn’t one-size-fits-all — but between state programs, nonprofit grants and lender-specific options, most buyers will find something that fits.
—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for down payment
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Democrats have also increased taxes on businesses, paid for programs out of other funds and suspended reserve deposits among other solutions.
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Charles Schwab Learn More Minimum deposit and balance Minimum deposit and balance requirements may vary depending on the investment vehicle selected.
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Under Proposition 98, approved by voters in 1988, California has a minimum funding guarantee for schools and community colleges and dedicates roughly 40% of general fund revenue to education.
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Once a newly public company has an influx of cash from the IPO, there is no guarantee that the company will spend it wisely.
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