First Home Program
Is this your first home? Or has it been three or more years since you’ve lived in and owned a home? Then the First Home Program is for you!
The First Home Program is for buyers who don’t qualify for our Military Home Program and don’t need down payment and closing cost assistance. All buyers in this program must meet NIFA’s first-time homebuyer requirement.
First Home Targeted Program
The First Home Targeted Program is for buyers who purchase a home located in a target area and do not need down payment and closing cost assistance. Buyers do not need to meet NIFA's first-time homebuyer requirement. Maximum household income and purchase price limits are higher when a home is located in a target area.
Target areas are designated by the federal government. The following counties have targeted census tracts:
You can use NIFA's Geocoding/Mapping System to help you identify whether or not a specific home is located in a target area.
Loan Options & Helpful Links
The loan type options are Conventional, FHA, USDA Rural Development or VA. For conventional loans, mortgage insurance is not required if the down payment is 20% or more.
Other helpful links:
