Down Payment Assistance

Down Payment Assistance

Bridge the Gap Get Help When You Need It Most

Our Down Payment Assistance (DPA) programs are designed to bridge the financial gap that often keeps buyers from their dream home. We provide access to various solutions like forgivable grants, low-interest second mortgages, or deferred loans that only repay upon sale. This reduces your initial cash requirement significantly, making it possible to secure your home with a much smaller upfront investment. Let us help you stop renting and start building equity today.

Why Down Payment Assistance Matters

  • Lower the Barrier to Entry — You don’t have to save years for a down payment.

  • Grants & Forgivable Loans — Some assistance programs don’t require repayment.

  • Flexible Options & Combinations — Use DPA alongside FHA, VA, Conventional or other loans.

  • Boost Affordability — Shift more of your money into home equity instead of just the down payment.

Common DPA Scenarios

  • First-time buyers with limited savings

  • Low- to moderate-income households aiming for more affordable entry

  • Buyers purchasing in targeted or underserved areas

  • Those combining DPA with low-down loans (like FHA or conventional)

Things to Know & Watch Out For

  • Some DPAs are forgivable (no repayment if you stay in the home for a set period)

  • Others are deferred or low-interest second mortgages — you may have to repay later

  • Eligibility may require income limits, credit minimums, or property location rules

  • Program availability varies by state, county, or local agencies

Down Payment Assistance FAQ

Ans: Yes many programs allow using funds for both down payment and closing costs. 

Ans: Some programs are grants or get forgiven over time, others are deferred or low-interest loans.

Ans: Often yes, but some programs allow repeat buyers under certain conditions.

Ans: Yes, most programs have income caps and require the property to be in certain areas.

Ans: It depends on the program — some offer a few thousand dollars, others more.

Ans: Many DPA programs work with FHA, VA, or conventional loans.

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