New Jersey · Forgivable loan

NJHMFA Down Payment Assistance

$15,000

Up to $15,000 (varies by county). 0% interest, forgiven after 5 years. Fastest forgiveness in any state.

New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency provides up to $15,000 in DPA for first-time buyers. The assistance covers down payment and closing costs and pairs with NJHMFA's competitive first mortgage rates.

New Jersey's housing costs are among the highest in the nation — combined with the country's highest property taxes, the barriers to homeownership are steep. NJHMFA's $15,000 helps offset these costs and makes ownership viable for buyers who would otherwise remain renters in one of America's most expensive states.

Amount$15,000
TypeForgivable loan
Available inNew Jersey
First-time buyer requiredYes
Minimum credit score620
Multi-unit eligibleYes — 1-4 units

House-hack eligible

2-4 family homes eligible. Buy a duplex with FHA + $15K DPA, forgiven in just 5 years.

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