Program Eligibility

Home Loan Plus Program Manual

Buyer Eligibility

  • Open to first time homebuyers or persons who have no homeownership interest in a property at the time of loan approval
  • Must qualify to purchase property by permanent fixed-rate mortgage through a MHC approved lender
  • Lender may take value of grant into consideration when approving applicant for mortgage
  • Household income below 80% of median income adjusted for family size
  • Must be US citizen or qualified registered alien who has obtained a social security card
  • Homebuyer education through HUD-approved housing counselor is required. If married, both spouses must attend a home buyer education class regardless if only one spouse will be on the mortgage loan.
  • Purchase Price Limit - $150,000
  • Cannot exceed 29/41 Debt to Income Ratio

Property Eligibility

  • Must be located in eligible area
  • Must serve as primary residence
  • Only site-built, single family homes, condos and town homes qualify
  • New construction property must be complete
  • Must pass Historical review
  • If built prior to 1978, property must undergo Lead-based Paint inspection and test and, if found, must be mitigated
  • Property cannot be located in a flood zone