Neighborhood Housing Services of Orange County (NHSOC) – Orange County Housing Trust Down Payment Assistance Program

by PorchLightScott on May 1, 2008

Not sure where to start? Take a moment to view this informative YouTube video that explains the process for applying for and qualifying for down payment assistance – Click Here to View this Video

Need Help Finding Down Payment Assistance?

Need Help Finding Down Payment Assistance?

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

County:

Orange

Agency:

Neighborhood Housing Services of Orange County

Web-Site:

Link to Agency Website

Contact e-Mail:

Email for more information

Contact Us:

(866) 667-6724

How to Qualify:

Inquire Here

Eligible Homes for Sale:

Search using Listingbook

Program Description:

Down Payment Assistance Grant

Maximum Purchase Price:

$417,000

Income Restrictions:

Yes

Requires Repayment:

After 5 years total amount of grant is forgiven

Buyer Contribution:

Borrower must contribute at least 1% of purchase price from his/her own resources

Eligible 1st Loan Terms:

30 Year Fixed Rate

Eligible 1st Loan Types:

FNMA, FMHLC, CalHFA, FHA, VA

Ineligible 1st Loan Types:

Interest Only / ARMs

PROGRAM SUMMARY

The Workforce Initiative Subsidy for Homeownership (WISH) Program provides grants to qualified homebuyers. The program is designed to help people living in high-cost areas to purchase homes near their work.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Income Restrictions: Family must meet Orange County income limits (80% of Countywide Median):

INCOME GUIDELINES

Family size Maximum Income

1 $44,072

2 $50,368

3 $56,664

4 $62,960

5 $67,997

6 $73,034

7 $78,070

8 $83,107

Eligible Properties: Single-family detached homes, condominiums, and town homes are eligible

Eligible Cities/Areas: Family must purchase in Orange County

Program Flyer: WISH Down Payment Assistance Grant - PDF

If you have questions about this or any other down payment assistance programs that may be available in your area call us at 1-866-667-6724 or Click Here if you would like us to research programs you may qualify for.

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