California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA)
The California Dream For All program offers first-generation, first-time homebuyers up to 20% of the purchase price (max $150,000) as a shared appreciation loan for down payment. Repayment includes the original amount plus a share of appreciation. Demand far exceeds funding, so applicants enter a randomized lottery.
Repayment includes original amount plus 15–20% of appreciation at sale
877-922-5432
Deadline: Lottery-based — check calhfa.ca.gov/dream for next round
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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