Chenoa Fund Grant

***This program has been discontinued try the Chenoa forgivable soft second or the Chenoa repayable second*** The Utah based Chenoa Fund Grant is the favorite program available for most Utah home buyers. With this grant it does not matter if you are a first time buyer or have owned a home before. The grant will be completely forgiven shortly after closing. You are virtually receiving instant equity in your home. All programs with the Chenoa Fund Grant will require a homebuyer to qualify for an FHA first mortgage. When a home buyer is ready for closing they are able to
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The Chenoa Fund

The Chenoa Fund is an affordable housing program that provides a down payment solution in conjunction with FHA loans. It fulfills a need for qualified homebuyers that do not have or do not want to use their own funds for a down payment. There are three different programs available to fit most homebuyer’s unique needs. The three programs are Grant/Gift, Forgivable Soft Second & the Repayable Second. Find out more about each program: Grant/Gift Forgivable Second Repayable Second
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Utah Housing HomeAgain Loan

The Utah Housing HomeAgain Loan can be used by first time homebuyers or buyers that have previously owned a home. It allows for 2+ units as long as one is owner occupied.  It is a great mortgage for anyone who does not have or does not want to put an initial down payment on a home. The DPA portion allows for up to 6% of the FHA first mortgage loan in the form of a fixed rate second lien to go towards down payment and/or closing costs. Qualification and Requirements:* Must qualify for an FHA loan Minimum of 660 mid
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Utah Housing Score Loan

The Utah Housing Score Loan is Utah mortgage loan program for borrowers who do not meet the minimum Fico requirement of the FirstHome or HomeAgain loan. For the Score Loan Utah Housing Corporation has set a 620 mid score for the minimum fico score. You still must be able to qualify and meet all the requirements for an FHA backed mortgage. The DPA portion allows for up to 4% of the FHA first mortgage loan in the form of a fixed rate second lien and can go towards down payment and/or closing costs. The property must be owner occupied and
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Utah Housing Freddie Mac HFA Loan

The Utah Housing Freddie Mac HFA Loan is not just a first time homebuyers program. This Utah down payment assistance (DPA) program allows for first time buyers and previous homeowners. It is also the only conventional Freddie Mac program they offer currently. To qualify you must have a minimum of a 700 fico score and be able to qualify for a conventional mortgage. The DPA is 6% (up to $25,000) of the first mortgage amount and can be used for down payment and/or closing costs. The property must be owner occupied and throughout the term of the UHC loan no
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Utah Housing Corporation Down Payment Assistance

The Utah Housing Corporation offers several options for down payment assistance programs for first time buyers and buyers who have previously owned a home. Utah legislation created the Utah Housing Corporation (UHC) in 1975 to serve the public to provide an adequate supply of money with mortgage loans at a reasonable interest rate. This Utah mortgage homebuyer program is very helpful with low to moderate income families. Since the UHC was created it has grown to offer five different types of programs. Each program has its unique advantages and helps Utah home ownership grow. You can explore each loan by
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Utah Housing FirstHome Loan

The Utah Housing First Time Buyer Program called FirstHome Loan is a great program for any first time buyer. The Utah housing First Time Buyer Program allows for up to 6% of the first mortgage loan as down payment assistance (DPA). This DPA is in the form of a 30 year fixed rate second loan. The DPA can be used for down payment and/or closing costs for the FHA first mortgage. You must be a first time buyer and be able to qualify for an FHA mortgage. Qualification and Requirements:* Must qualify for an FHA loan No Portion of the
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Tooele, Utah $10,000 First Time Buyer Program

The Tooele County Housing Authority (TCHA) helps qualified first time home buyers purchase a home by providing a federally funded loan of up to $10,000 to assist with down payment and/or closing costs. Loans are dispersed on a first come, first serve basis and can be applied to the purchase of a single-family home, condo, cooperative unit, or combination of manufactured housing and lot. Qualifications & Requirements: No homeownership in the last three (3) years Applicant must contribute $1,000 of own money Applicant must attend a Housing and Urban Development (HUD) approved homebuyer education class and provide a certificate of
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Own in Ogden First $10,000 Time Buyer Grant Program

The “Own in Ogden” first time homebuyer program has helped hundreds and hundreds of people realize their dream of owning a home in Ogden. This government grant program offers $10,000 to first time buyers, $15,000 to state certified K-12 classroom teachers and $20,000 to sworn Police Officers and Firefighters when purchasing a home in Ogden city. These are zero interest, no monthly payment, down payment assistance grants. These grant funds are issued to first time home buyers as a loan attached to the property which will become due in full if the borrower ceases to occupy the property, sells the
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Salt Lake Neighborhood Home Grant

If yu are a Utah first time homebuyer looking for a home in Salt Lake City, a $39,000 neighborhood down payment assistance grant is available. The “Own in Salt Lake City” program is a federally funded, deferred loan/grant program. This program assists eligible first time homebuyers purchase single family homes with a deferred loan/grant up to $39,000. If you are purchasing outside of Salt Lake City you may qualify for the Salt Lake County First Time Buyer Program. Qualifications & Requirements for Salt Lake City Home Grant: • Must purchase within Salt Lake City boundaries• Actual grant amount will be
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