MBCAHF DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE

MBCAHF Down Payment Assistance (DPA) helps qualified homebuyers bridge the gap to homeownership by providing support for down payments, closing costs, and other financing needs—making monthly payments more manageable and affordable. Eligible properties are listed below, and buyers must qualify for bank or mortgage financing that meets program requirements.

ELIGIBLE BUYERS

  • Have a household income at or below 120% Area Median Income

  • Provide requested documents timely

  • Will own and occupy home as primary residence

  • Have 620+ credit score

  • Contribute at least $1,000

  • Complete funder approved homebuyer class

  • Obtain loan from approved lender

  • Apply to Georgia Dream (if qualified)

TERMS

  • MBCAHF DPA typically ranges between $5,000 and $25,000.

  • MBCAHF DPA is a 5-year non-amortizing subordinate loan at 0% interest, forgiven over 5 years.

  • 20% of the loan is forgiven each year for 5 years.

  • The unforgiven portion of MBCAHF DPA is repayable if the buyer relocates, sells, refinances or defaults within 5 years.

  • Funds will be released to the buyer’s attorney at closing.

AVAILABLE PROPERTIES

The properties listed below are subject to a 20-year affordability period, as outlined in a restrictive deed. During this period:

  • The property must be maintained as an owner-occupied, single-family residence.

  • If the property is offered for resale, it must be sold as an affordable housing unit.

  • If the property is offered for resale, the buyer must meet eligibility requirements, specifically having a household income at or below 120% of the area median income.

836 PLANT STREET

Now Available

For more information contact:
Ceirra Johnson
T 478-254-2300
M 478-390-5832
Ceirra@Sayyes2theaddress.com


854 PLANT STREET

Now Available

For more information contact:
Ceirra Johnson
T 478-254-2300
M 478-390-5832
Ceirra@Sayyes2theaddress.com