CA Dream For All (First Gen Homebuyer)

Administered by California Housing Finance Agency · calhfa.ca.gov

California's first-generation homebuyer program. Provides a shared appreciation loan (no monthly payments) for the down payment.

Eligibility requirements

✓First-generation homebuyer
✓CA resident
✓Income limits apply by county
✓Must take homebuyer education

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How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

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Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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