PHFA: HOMEstead

Homebuyers eligible for the HOMEstead program may qualify for up to $10,000 in downpayment and closing cost assistance in the form of a no-interest, second mortgage loan. HOMEstead funds are forgiven at 20 percent per year over five years for all loans closed on or after January 1, 2007. The minimum loan amount is $1,000. The first mortgage is provided by PHFA at the same rate as the Keystone Home Loan program. Click here to learn more.

Contact: Kate Newton

Phone: 717-780-3871

URLhttp://www.phfa.org/consumers/homebuyers/homestead.aspx

Average length of service: Ongoing

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