Grants, forgivable loans, and subsidized mortgages — many Colorado buyers qualify for $50,000+ in assistance and don't even know it.
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Up to 3% of mortgage as a TRUE GRANT — never has to be repaid. Only $1,000 minimum from buyer.
GrantHouse-hack eligibleUp to 4% of mortgage as 0% deferred second mortgage. No payments until sale, refinance, or payoff.
Deferred 0% loanHouse-hack eligibleUp to $25,000 for first-generation homebuyers (parents never owned). Deferred second mortgage.
Deferred loanHouse-hack eligibleUp to $25,000 for buyers with permanent disability or custodial parents of disabled dependents.
Deferred 0% loanDPA for Denver metro buyers with non-occupying cosigners allowed and higher income limits.
DPA program3.5% down payment with 580+ credit. The most popular first-time buyer loan in America.
Subsidized loanHouse-hack eligibleZero down payment, no PMI for eligible veterans and active-duty service members.
Federal benefitHouse-hack eligibleZero down payment for rural and suburban areas. 97% of US land qualifies.
Subsidized loan3% down with reduced mortgage insurance for low-to-moderate income buyers.
Subsidized loanHouse-hack eligible3% down with flexible funding sources including gifts and employer assistance.
Subsidized loanHouse-hack eligibleNo down payment, no closing costs, no PMI, below-market rate. Character-based lending.
Nonprofit programHouse-hack eligible50% off purchase price for teachers, law enforcement, firefighters, and EMTs.
GrantThere are 5 state-specific programs and 7 federal programs available in Colorado, totaling 12 programs.
Not all programs require first-time buyer status. Several Colorado programs are available to repeat buyers. 'First-time buyer' means you haven't owned a home in the past 3 years.
Yes. Many DPA programs allow 1-4 unit properties. Live in one unit and rent the others — this is called house-hacking.