Types Of Down Payment Programs

Grants are a type of down payment assistance that provides a one-time cash sum to cover all or part of a down payment or closing costs. The funds don't have to be repaid, which makes them very attractive for low-income home buyers.

Forgivable loans are a special type of loan that does not have to be repaid if the home buyer meets certain conditions, for example, living in the home for a certain period of time.

Deferred-payment loans are another special type of loan that does not require any payments until a certain event occurs, such as selling the home, refinancing the first mortgage or paying down your first loan.

Down payment match is a type of down payment assistance program that offers to match your down payment dollar for dollar, up to a certain amount.