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101 W. Abram Street
P.O. Box 90231
Mail Stop 01-0330
Arlington, TX 76004-3231

Phone: 817-459-6258
Fax: 817-459-6253
 
 

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ARLINGTON HOMEBUYERS' ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Arlington Homebuyers’ Assistance Program (AHAP) provides down payment and closing cost assistance to low income, first-time homebuyers. Assistance is provided in the form of a forgivable loan of up to $7,500 for down payment and closing cost assistance. For properties located in a revitalization area (NRSA map) and households with a disabled member, a forgivable loan of up to $10,000 in assistance is available. The loan is 0% interest and is payable only if you sell, refinance with cash-out, or lease your home during the first five years after buying your home.

Criteria for Eligibility

  • The buyer must be a first-time homebuyer, or be from a federally declared disaster area.

  • The total projected gross household income for the next 12 months must not be higher than the "Low Income" level of HUD Income Limits.

  • The homeowner must have less than $15,000 in liquid assets.

  • The homebuyer must contribute a minimum of $1,000 towards the purchase.

  • The homebuyer must qualify for a conventional, FHA, or VA mortgage loan with a private lender or mortgage broker.

  • The home being purchased must meet minimum housing standards (AHAP Inspection guide)

  • The home being purchased must be the buyer's principal place of residence and must be located in Arlington.

  • The homebuyer must attend a HUD approved homeownership training class.
     

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