Tennessee · Second mortgage

THDA Great Choice Plus (5%)

$15,000

Up to 5% of sales price, max $15,000. 30-year second mortgage at same rate as first.

THDA's 5% DPA option provides the maximum assistance level — 5% of the purchase price. On a $300,000 Nashville home, that's $15,000. The higher DPA comes with a slightly higher first mortgage rate, creating a trade-off between upfront assistance and monthly cost.

Amount$15,000
TypeSecond mortgage
Available inTennessee
First-time buyer requiredYes
Minimum credit score640
Multi-unit eligibleYes — 1-4 units

House-hack eligible

$15K covers most FHA down payments on properties up to $430K.

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