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Understanding Down Payments

What is a Down Payment and How Much Do I Need?

A down payment is the upfront amount you pay when buying a home, and the required amount varies by loan type, property, and financing. Saving for it can be challenging, but assistance programs help bridge the gap, making homeownership more accessible.

Minimum Down Payment Requirements

  • Conventional
    3%

  • FHA
    3.5%

  • VA
    0%

  • USDA
    0%

  • Jumbo
    5-10%

How Down Payment
Assistance Can Help You

Down payment assistance programs provide financial support to cover some or all of your required down payment. These programs may come as grants, loans, or second mortgages, making it easier to afford your new home.

Types of Assistance Program

Down payment assistance is offered in the form of a gift or grant, a forgivable loan, or a repayable 2nd mortgage.

Pathway DPA Logo

Assistance covering 3.5% or 5% of the purchase price, paired with a 30-year fixed FHA loan.

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Chenoa Fund Logo

Offers assistance to low-and moderate-income buyers. Assistance comes in the form of forgivable loans to cover a portion of the down payment and closing costs.

Fannie Mae Logo

Eligible first-time homebuyers can receive grants or loans as a form of assistance.

Lakeview Logo

Offers down payment assistance of up to 2% of the purchase price (up to $4500), with the borrower providing 1% out of pocket. The great news is that it can be combined with other DPA programs

1 Percent Home Logo

Offers up to $2500, which can be combined with their first time buyer program with flexible underwriting criteria.

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Home Ready Mortgage Logo

 

Up to $2500 when coupled with their Home Possible first-time buyer program, allowing for a down payment as little as 3%.

State Specific Programs Icon

Access a range of local and state assistance options tailored to your needs.

Grant Programs Icon

Non-repayable financial support for qualifying buyers.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Our down payment assistance programs are designed to help you achieve your dream of homeownership. Let us guide you through the process and find you a right solution.

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