Iowa FirstHome Program

Iowa Finance Authority

Available Down Payment

About This Program

Statewide down payment and closing cost assistance for first-time homebuyers in Iowa, including Cedar Rapids. Paired with below-market interest rate mortgage. Income and purchase price limits apply.

Down payment assistance amount varies by loan program selected

Key Details

  • Down payment assistance up to $5,000
  • Below-market interest rate mortgage
  • First-time homebuyers in Cedar Rapids eligible
  • Income and purchase price limits apply
  • Apply through participating lenders

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Cedar Rapids, IA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

Deadline: Ongoing, apply through participating lenders

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Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.

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