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Explore Down Payment Options

Is the amount of money you need upfront one of the things holding you back from buying a home?

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Down Payment Assistance May Help

Reduce Upfront Cash

Some programs may help reduce the amount of money you need for your down payment when purchasing a home.

Help With Upfront Costs

Depending on the program and your situation, assistance may also be available to help with other eligible upfront costs.

More Than First-Time Buyers

Some assistance programs are available beyond first-time buyers. Eligibility depends on the specific program and your situation.

Know Before You Wait

Before assuming you need to save more, explore what may already be available based on your income, credit, location and purchase goals.

How it works

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Share a few details

Tell us a little about your home purchase, available down payment, location and timing.

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Explore available programs

We can help identify financing and assistance options that may reduce the cash you need upfront.

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Choose your next step

Once you understand your options, decide whether you want to ask questions, create a plan or move toward pre-approval.

Explore Down Payment Options

Takes two minutes. Won’t affect your credit score.

Frequently asked questions

Q: What is down payment assistance?
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Down payment assistance generally refers to programs that may help eligible homebuyers reduce the amount of their own money needed upfront. Program terms and eligibility vary.

Q: Can assistance help with more than the down payment?
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Depending on the program and transaction, assistance may be available for the down payment and certain other eligible upfront costs. We can help you review what may apply.

Q: Do I have to be a first-time homebuyer?
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Not always. Some programs are designed for first-time buyers, while others may be available to repeat buyers. The right options depend on your individual situation.

Q: How much assistance could be available?
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The amount and type of assistance vary by program, location, purchase price and borrower qualifications. The first step is reviewing the programs available for your scenario.

Q: Are there income limits for assistance programs?
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Some programs have income limits and others may have different or no traditional income caps. Eligibility depends on the specific program, location and borrower profile.

Q: What is the first step?
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Start with “EXPLORE DOWN PAYMENT OPTIONS,” answer a few simple questions and review the programs that may fit your situation. You can then decide the best next step.

Get started in minutes

See what may be available before assuming you need to save more. Exploring your options won’t affect your credit score.

Explore Down Payment Options

Won’t affect your credit score.