Idaho · Forgivable loan

IHFA Forgivable Loan (Idaho)

3% forgivable after 7 years

3% of purchase price at 0% interest. Forgivable after 7 years. No monthly payments.

IHFA's forgivable DPA offers 3% of the loan amount that requires no repayment if you meet the occupancy period. It's a smaller amount than the 7% second mortgage option, but the forgiveness feature makes it effectively free money.

For buyers who plan to stay in their home long-term, the forgivable option is the better deal — no repayment ever, even when you eventually sell. The program works on FHA, VA, and conventional first mortgages through IHFA's network of approved lenders across Idaho.

Amount3% forgivable after 7 years
TypeForgivable loan
Available inIdaho
First-time buyer requiredYes
Minimum credit score640
Multi-unit eligibleYes — 1-4 units

House-hack eligible

This program can be used on 1-4 unit properties. Live in one unit, rent the others.

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