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Step Up (Alabama Housing Finance Authority) is sponsored by Alabama Housing Finance Authority (AHFA). Designed for moderate-income first-time and repeat homebuyers who can afford a mortgage but need help with the down payment.
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Step Up is a homeownership program designed specifically for moderate-income home buyers who can afford a mortgage but need help with the down payment. The down payment funds are secured by a 10-year second mortgage and are combined with a 30-year, fixed-rate first mortgage. Since the loans are serviced by ServiSolutions, a division of AHFA, homeowners have only one check to write each month.
Program participants must complete a homebuyer education course to qualify. Watch AHFA Board Member Joshua Dean share his family’s experience with the Step Up program. Participants who earn $172,800 or less are eligible for the FHA/VA or Conventional (HFA Advantage) Step Up program, regardless of household size or location.
Additional Information and Qualifications: HFA Advantage conventional, FHA, VA, USDA loans only Amount of assistance: 4% of the sales price up to $10,000 For new or existing homes in Alabama Minimum credit requirements: 640 for all programs Debt to income ratio must be 45% or lower Homebuyers must complete a homeownership education course Must apply for loan through a participating lender
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Alabama homebuyers with income at or below $172,800, minimum 640 credit score, DTI 45% or lower; both first-time and repeat buyers eligible; homebuyer education course required. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows 4% of sales price, up to $10,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Step Up (Alabama Housing Finance Authority) is funded by Alabama Housing Finance Authority (AHFA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Alabama. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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