Guild Mortgage 1% Down Program
Guild Mortgage 1% Down Program is a grant for homebuyers in Statewide, California.
The program asks for
- First-time homebuyer — the program sets its own definition
- The home is occupied as a primary residence
- A completed homebuyer education course, through Required - HUD-approved
- Sourced via Homebuyer Wallet (NAT250043). Must be first-time homebuyer at <= 80% AMI. Property must be primary residence. Pairs with HomeReady or Home Possible.
These are the program's own published rules, not a decision about any individual — the administering agency and a lender determine who actually qualifies.
How to apply
How to applyThree steps, in this order
Take a homebuyer education course
Required by the program, through Required - HUD-approved.
Contact the administering agency to reserve funds
Funds are reserved with the provider and are subject to availability.
Work with a lender who handles the program
Hey Prescott is not a lender and does not accept applications; this page describes the program so a homebuyer can take it to a lender or housing counselor.
Questions about this program
What is Guild Mortgage 1% Down Program?
Guild Mortgage 1% Down Program is a grant for homebuyers in Statewide, California. 1% borrower + 2% Guild grant = 3% down. Conventional product. HomeReady / Home Possible compatible. Borrower 1% down + Guild contributes 2% = 3% effective conventional down payment. Pairs with Fannie Mae HomeReady or Freddie Mac Home Possible. This is a nationwide program, so it is available beyond a single state or city. Funding comes from Guild Mortgage.
Do you have to pay it back?
Guild Mortgage 1% Down Program is structured as a grant, so it is not repaid. Repayment is triggered by none (grant). Forgiveness and repayment terms are set by the program and can change — confirm them on the official program page before applying.
Who qualifies?
Guild Mortgage 1% Down Program is open to first-time homebuyers and homebuyers who will live in the home as their primary residence. "First-time homebuyer" usually means not having owned a home in the last three years, but the program sets its own definition. A homebuyer education course is required, through Required - HUD-approved. Sourced via Homebuyer Wallet (NAT250043). Must be first-time homebuyer at <= 80% AMI. Property must be primary residence. Pairs with HomeReady or Home Possible.
What are the income limits?
Guild Mortgage 1% Down Program sets its income limit as follows: At or below 80% area median income. The limit applies to total household income, not only the borrower’s. Area median income figures are published by HUD and updated annually, so check the current table for the county before relying on a number.
What kind of home can it be used for?
Guild Mortgage 1% Down Program can be used for Single-family, Condo, Townhouse.
Where does it apply?
Guild Mortgage 1% Down Program is a nationwide program, so it is not limited to one state.
How do you apply?
Applications for Guild Mortgage 1% Down Program go through the administering agency. Hey Prescott is not a lender and does not accept applications; this page describes the program so a homebuyer can take it to a lender or housing counselor.
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