NC 1st Home Advantage Down Payment Assistance

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Available Down Payment

About This Program

Down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers purchasing in North Carolina. Provides up to 5% of the loan amount (max $8,000) as a forgivable second mortgage. Combined with competitive 30-year fixed interest rates.

Down payment assistance as forgivable second mortgage

Key Details

  • Up to $8,000 down payment help
  • 5% of loan amount (max $8,000)
  • First-time homebuyers
  • Forgivable second mortgage
  • Income limits apply by county

How to Apply

Deadline: Ongoing through approved lenders

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