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CA Dream For All (First Gen Homebuyer)

Run by California Housing Finance Agency, a state agency

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

Award: Up to 20% of purchase price (shared appreciation)
Deadline: Lottery, periodic
Run by: California Housing Finance Agency; State

Who it's for

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

California Housing Finance Agency decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at calhfa.ca.gov

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CA Dream For All (First Gen Homebuyer) is one option. What else may help?

Many households qualify for more than one program. Answer a few questions to see what else you may qualify for.

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. California Housing Finance Agency decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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