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ActiveLouisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) · 2026

Pathways to Homeownership Soft Second

Quick Facts

Agency: Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC)
Funding: Up to $55,000 for soft second loan and up to $5,000 for closing costs (total up to $60,000)
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: First-time homebuyer with an annual household income at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Properties cannot be located in a flood zone.

About This Grant

Pathways to Homeownership Soft Second is sponsored by Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC). This program is designed to cover the affordability gap for first-time homebuyers in Louisiana, providing a soft second loan and assistance with closing costs.

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Rebuilds (Developers) Middle Market Loan Program The Rural Rental Rehab Program LA Homeownership Think Tank Public Notices & Comments LHC Audited Financial Statements Constituent Services Request In keeping with its mission to ensure that every Louisiana resident is granted an opportunity to obtain safe, affordable, energy-efficient housing, the LHC offers the Resilience Soft Second program is designed to cover the affordability gap between the maximum amount that a homebuyer can afford and the purchase price of the home.

Read on to find out if this program is right for your prospective borrower. A first-time homebuyer is an individual who meets any one of the following criteria: An individual who has had no ownership in a principal residence during the 3-year period ending on the date of purchase of the property. This includes a spouse (if either meets the above test, they are considered first-time homebuyers).

A single parent who has only owned with a former spouse while married. An individual who is a displaced homemaker and has only owned with a spouse. This program is specifically designed for individuals with an annual household income at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI).

Properties cannot be located in a flood zone. A Soft Second Loan of 20% of the purchase price up to $55,000. Up to $5,000 for Closing Costs for a total of up to $60,000.

Terms of the Resilience Soft Second Loan Repayment of the principal amount of the resilience soft second loan shall be deferred until the loan is extinguished upon sale or refinance. In other words, if the homebuyer occupies the home for the full ten year term, then the soft second loan will be forgiven.

There are income and purchase price limitations and the program is limited to Gustav/Ike and Isaac designated parishes: Acadia , Allen, Ascension , Avoyelles, Beauregard, Bienville, Bossier, Caddo, Calcasieu, Caldwell, Catahoula, Claiborne, De Soto, East Carroll, East Baton Rouge , East Feliciana, Evangeline, Franklin, Grant, Iberia, Iberville, Jackson, Jefferson Davis, Lafayette, LaSalle, Lincoln, Livingston , Madison, Morehouse, Natchitoches, Ouachita , Pointe Coupee, Rapides, Red River, Richland, Sabine, St.

Helena, St. James, St. Landry, St.

Martin, St. Tammany , Tangipahoa , Union , Vermilion , Vernon, Washington, Webster, West Baton Rouge, West Carroll, West Feliciana and Winn Parish Want to receive more information? Use this helpful mortgage calculator to determine your monthly payment amount and help budget for your new home.

Go to calculator Information for Homebuyers Disaster - Soft Second Isaac Guidelines Disaster - Soft Second Gustav Ike Guidelines Down Payment Assistance Programs The LHC offers several programs that can assist eligible homebuyers reduce their down payments. Learn More READY TO MAKE THE CONNECTION? REGISTER FOR OUR CONFERENCE 2415 QUAIL DRIVE, BATON ROUGE, LA 70808 Accessibility & Language Options

Eligibility Requirements

First-time homebuyer with an annual household income at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Properties cannot be located in a flood zone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Pathways to Homeownership Soft Second?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: First-time homebuyer with an annual household income at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Properties cannot be located in a flood zone. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Pathways to Homeownership Soft Second offer?

The current listing shows up to $55,000 for soft second loan and up to $5,000 for closing costs (total up to $60,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Pathways to Homeownership Soft Second?

Pathways to Homeownership Soft Second is funded by Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Pathways to Homeownership Soft Second?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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