Texas Down Payment Assistance Programs

There are multiple options for Texas homebuyers when it comes to down payment assistance programs.

Security First Financial provides a great selection of down payment assistance loan programs, including TSAHC, SETH 5 Star Texas Advantage, and The Texas Homebuyer Program.

We're here to help you get started or assist you with any questions you may have.

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TSAHC Programs

The Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC) offers the Home Sweet Texas and Homes for Texas Heroes Programs to help low and moderate-income homebuyers, including teachers, veterans, police officers, corrections officers, and firefighters, purchase a home anywhere in Texas.

TSAHC offers several loan types, interest rates, and Down Payment Assistance (DPA)* options.

DPA is available as a grant or 3-year deferred forgivable second lien loan.
You do not need to be a first-time homebuyer to use our DPA programs.
You can use TSAHC’s DPA to purchase a home, even if you’ve been a homeowner before.
Homebuyers may purchase a home anywhere in Texas using TSAHC programs.
Closing a loan using TSAHC programs doesn't take any longer than a traditional mortgage loan.

Two types of assistance are available:

Fixed-Rate Loans with Down Payment Assistance (DPA)
Several rate, loan, and DPA options available
DPA can be up to 5% of the loan amount
DPA provided as a grant or 3-year second lien loan

Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCC)

A special tax credit that reduces your federal income taxes every year
Save thousands of dollars over the life of the loan
Only for first-time homebuyers or those who have not owned a home in the last three years
Can be used with TSAHC’s DPA

*First lien interest rates may be higher when using a DPA second. Closings costs and fees may still apply.

SETH 5 Star Texas Advantage Program

The SETH 5 Star Program provides eligible homebuyers several options for a loan program that meets their needs. The program provides down payment and closing cost assistance* when purchasing a home.

The maximum Assistance is 5% and is based on the final loan amount. Grants are provided for Conventional loans with no repayment or recapture. Other options provide assistance as a Community Second, completely forgiven after 3 years. There are no monthly payments for the assistance provided with either option. The program also provides a 30 year fixed FHA, VA, USDA, or Conventional mortgage loan.

This program is available in Texas but outside of Travis County and the city limits of El Paso, McKinney and Grand Prairie.

Buyers must be income limits (see below) and will be required to complete the SETH on-line Homebuyer Education Course.

No First Time Homebuyer Requirement
Minimum FICO®† Score of 640
Maximum Sales Price: $484,350
Meet Program Income Limits

*First lien interest rates may be higher when using a DPA second. Closings costs and fees may still apply.

† FICO® is a registered trademark of Fair Isaac Corporation.

The Texas Homebuyer Program

My First Texas Home

My First Texas Home is available only to first-time homebuyers and veterans. It provides a 30-year, low interest rate mortgage with up to five percent of assistance.* Combine your loan with a Mortgage Credit Certificate and potentially save even more.

My Choice Texas Home

Perhaps you are already a homeowner, but you could still use a little help. We’ve got you covered. We offer a 30-year low interest rate mortgage loan and up to five percent of assistance.*

The Texas Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC)

The MCC is available to veterans and first-time homebuyers and as a stand-alone option. This certificate entitles you to a dollar-for-dollar reduction on federal tax liability. There is no minimum credit score requirement for MCCs.

*First lien interest rates may be higher when using a DPA second. Closings costs and fees may still apply.

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