California Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan

California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA)

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About This Program

Provides down payment assistance loans equal to 20% of the purchase price for first-time homebuyers in California. This is a shared appreciation loan that is repaid when the home is sold, refinanced, or transferred. Income limits apply based on county.

Shared appreciation loan equal to 20% of purchase price

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Down payment assistance up to 20% of purchase price
  • First-time homebuyers in California
  • Shared appreciation loan repaid at sale
  • Income limits apply (moderate income)
  • Applications open periodically, high demand

How to Apply

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

Deadline: Applications open periodically, check website

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