GRANTS & FINANCING

DOWN PAYMENT PROGRAMS

Texas offers some of the most generous first-time buyer grants in the country. Here are the programs we help you stack.

Texas TSAHC DPA

Up to 5% of Loan

Statewide grant for first-time buyers. Forgivable over 3 years. Combine with FHA or Conventional.

  • No repayment if you live in home 3 years
  • Minimum 620 credit score
  • Income limits apply by county
TDHCA My First Texas Home

Up to 5% DPA

Texas Department of Housing program offering down payment and closing cost assistance statewide.

  • 30-year fixed rate
  • DPA as a forgivable second lien
  • Available in all Houston counties
City of Houston HAP

Up to $25,000

Houston Homebuyer Assistance Program for low-to-moderate income families buying inside city limits.

  • Forgivable over 5 years
  • Must complete buyer education
  • Income and purchase price limits
VA Zero Down

100% Financing

Active military, veterans, and eligible spouses buy with no down payment and no mortgage insurance.

  • No PMI ever
  • Competitive fixed rates
  • Funding fee may be waived for disability
USDA Rural Development

100% Financing

Zero-down financing for homes in eligible suburban and rural areas around Greater Houston.

  • No down payment required
  • Low mortgage insurance
  • Available in parts of Waller, Liberty, Brazoria
FHA 3.5% Down

3.5% Down

Flexible credit guidelines with low down payment. Stackable with DPA grants for near-zero out of pocket.

  • Credit scores from 580
  • Gift funds allowed
  • Assumable loans

FIND YOUR PERFECT PROGRAM

Our specialists match you to every grant you qualify for — often stacking multiple programs.

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