--- title: "How Ownify Works: Buy a Home with 2% Down, No Mortgage" url: https://ownify.com/homebuyers/how-it-works description: "Ownify lets first-time buyers move in with 2% down and buy back the home in 5 years. See the 5 steps, the cost, and how it compares to renting." lang: en --- We use essential cookies to make our site work. With your consent, we may also use non-essential cookies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic. By clicking “Accept,” you agree to our website's cookie use as described in our Cookie Policy. You can change your cookie settings at any time by clicking “Preferences .” For homebuyers # Homeownership reimagined - for you. Buy your home brick by brick. Zero debt. No surprises. All you need is a 2% initial contribution to start owning. Apply now: https://app.ownify.com/applications/new?__hstc=53035703.0569a7f46808bc22721b17f430991002.1790296363840.1790296363840.1790296363840.1&__hssc=53035703.1.1790296363840&__hsfp=db6f97402a522a9928e06e56b25223ff See how it works By the numbers ## What it looks like to buy with Ownify ~$390 Average monthly savings vs. a conventional mortgage for first-time buyers. $29,000 Savings on initial contribution compared to a typical 10–20% down payment. 21 days Average time to close on a home with our strong cash offer. $17,000 Average equity owned by our Ownis two years into the program. Why buy with Ownify ## The best of owning and renting combined ### Buy your home now All you need is a 2% initial contribution. Ownify covers the rest and turns you into a powerful cash buyer. ### Be an owner from day one Find your dream home and make it yours. You hold equity from the day you move in. ### Invest in your future Buy more equity in your own home every single month. And watch your rent go down. ### No surprises Fixed payments for five years. Ownify covers insurance, taxes, repairs — and the worry that comes with them. How does Ownify compare? ## Ownify vs. renting vs. a mortgage The protections of renting. The equity of owning. None of the surprise costs. ### Ownify The best of both worlds - Equity ownership Build wealth from day one. - Payment certainty Fixed payments for 5 years. - Renovate & remodel* Make it truly your home. - Low upfront commitment Just 2% to get started. - Repairs included We handle the unexpected. - Insurance included No separate policy hunt. - Property tax included No surprise bills. - Transaction costs Only 2-4% on selling your equity * Major renovations require Ownify approval and local permits. ### Renting Flexible, but no equity - Equity ownership - Payment certainty - Renovate & remodel* - Low upfront commitment Just 1-2 month security deposit. - Repairs included Landlord makes repairs. - Insurance included No separate policy hunt. - Property tax included No surprise bills. - Transaction costs Your monthly payment builds your landlord's wealth, not yours. ### Mortgage Equity, with full risk - Equity ownership Build wealth from day one. - Payment certainty Fixed payments for 30 years. - Renovate & remodel Make it truly your home. - Low upfront commitment - Repairs included - Insurance included - Property tax included - Transaction costs 7-10% (!) on selling your equity 10%+ down, plus repairs, taxes, and insurance — all on you. The math ## See the numbers side by side Compare your monthly payment with Ownify against renting and a traditional mortgage. Our calculator prices one home two ways — 2% down with Ownify, or a 30-year mortgage at today's rate for your credit score — with cash to close, monthly cost and what's left when you sell. Open the Ownify vs. mortgage calculator (https://ownify.com/homebuyers/calculator) The journey ## How it works in a few simple steps From application to keys in hand — and beyond. 1. 1 ### Apply and get approved Complete our short online application (https://app.ownify.com/applications/new?__hstc=53035703.0569a7f46808bc22721b17f430991002.1790296363840.1790296363840.1790296363840.1&__hssc=53035703.1.1790296363840&__hsfp=db6f97402a522a9928e06e56b25223ff). Receive a home purchase budget and monthly payment estimate. 2. 2 ### Get ready to buy Sign the participation agreement and pay the $500 participation fee. Shop with your Ownify-accredited agent. 3. 3 ### Make your initial contribution Bring 2% to the table. Ownify and our local investors fund the remaining 98%, including closing costs. 4. 4 ### Make a strong cash offer Ownify assesses your home and submits a cash offer on your behalf, helping you close faster and stronger. 5. 5 ### Rehab & make ready We make necessary renovations to your home before you move in (up to 5% of purchase price). 6. 6 ### Move in Get the keys and own 2% equity on day one. Start building more equity every month. 7. 7 ### Enjoy your new home Fixed payments for 5 years. We handle repairs, taxes, and insurance. Make the place truly yours. 8. 8 ### Build equity over time By the end of year 5, you typically own ~10% equity. Buy out the rest on your timeline, or renew. ## Ready to own brick by brick? Apply in minutes. We'll come back with a budget, a monthly estimate, and an introduction to a local Ownify-accredited agent. 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