How old do you need to be to buy a house?

Answer 1

You can buy a house at any age if you have the cash to pay for it straight out. Many childhood actors own property across the US.

To get a mortgage you would need to be at least 18 (or however old you need to be to enter into a legally binding contract in your country) and be able to show the bank that you could easily cover the monthly payments.

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Answer 2

You need to be of the age of majority to purchase property in your own name. Although there may be legitimate reasons why a minor may own property (generally by inheritance) it can cause expensive legal problems if the property must be sold or insured.

A minor cannot sign a contract to purchase property. A minor cannot sign the contract to insure the property. A minor cannot sell property without a court appointed guardian and that guardian must obtain a license to sell from the Probate Court.

That's why in cases where property is purchased for the benefit of a minor title is held by some other entity such as a trust or LLC.

Answer 3

There is no minimum age to buy a house if one is emancipated, or has reached the age of majority. If one is a minor, the house would be held in someone else's name or trust.

Answer 4

You have to be 18 years old or the age of majority in the state you want to buy land in. Purchasing land involves a contract and you have to be 18 to enforce a contract.