In general, most conventional mortgages require 10 to 25 percent of the purchase price as a down payment. There are exceptions, however, that may decrease down payments to around 3 percent for first-time home buyers, or increase them to 30 to 35 percent for credit-challenged borrowers.
The Initial Claim. Social Security advises that it may take up to 180 days to issue a decision on a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI or SSD) or SSI claim. That being said, the average length of time it typically takes to receive a decision on your disability claim is from three to five months. It can vary depending on several factors, but primarily on:
For SSI purposes, the SGA provision in initial eligibility cases does not apply to blind individuals. HOW LONG DOES THE DECISION TAKE? The timeframe can vary widely, but the decision usually takes about 3 to 4 months from the date of application.