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