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Forgiven Down-Payment Assistance Program

March 14, 2026 by Bob Elliot Leave a Comment

Granted at Closing. No Repayment.

For most buyers, especially first-timers, the obstacle isn’t income. It’s cash.

When the assistance is forgiven at closing and not repaid over time, you:

Keep your savings intact
Avoid draining retirement accounts
Avoid borrowing from family
Avoid waiting years to “save enough”

Essentially Instant Equity Leverage

Example:

Home price: $350,000
Required down payment: 3.5% ($12,250)

If that $12,250 is forgiven and not repaid:

You control a $350,000 asset
Watch your equity grow. From appreciation and principal paydown
That is leveraged wealth-building without the drag of a second lien.

If home values rise 3% in a year, that’s $10,500 in appreciation — on money you didn’t have to supply.

That’s powerful!

No need to pay down-payment from your savings, or ask a relative for a down-payment gift.

Almost 1 in 5 first-time buyers rely on relatives for help with their down payment. Repeat buyers often dip into savings. But what if you could get a forgiven down-payment assistance grant instead?

This is your chance to own a home without the financial strain or uncomfortable family discussions.

Bottom Line:

✅ Available even if you’ve owned a home before
✅ Avoid waiting years to “save enough”
✅ No income limits
✅ Increases flexibility
✅ Preserves liquidity
✅ Avoids second lien burden
✅ Reduces stress

Call/text or fill-out the form to learn more. I look forward to answering any questions you may have.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: affordable loan program, down payment assistance, Home Buying

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