California ASSIST Program

California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA)

Available Down Payment

About This Program

Downpayment assistance for teachers, public safety personnel, or other specified public employees purchasing a home in El Cajon. Deferred junior loan, no monthly payments, forgiven after 30 years of owner-occupancy. Must be combined with CalHFA first mortgage.

Deferred loan up to $30,000, forgiven after 30 years of owner-occupancy

Key Details

  • Up to $30,000 for downpayment assistance
  • For teachers, firefighters, police, public employees
  • Forgiven after 30 years of owner-occupancy
  • No monthly payments on junior loan
  • Must be combined with CalHFA first mortgage

How to Apply

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

Deadline: Ongoing

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