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NACA Homeownership through Public Housing Assistance (HOT-PHA)

NACA Homeownership through Public Housing Assistance (HOT-PHA) is a grant for homebuyers in Statewide, California.

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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 - NACA homebuyer workshop
  • Sourced via Homebuyer Wallet (NT20250012). Restricted to Section 8 / Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) holders whose Public Housing Authority offers HCV homeownership. Member must complete NACA Workshop.

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

  1. Take a homebuyer education course

    Required by the program, through Required - NACA homebuyer workshop.

  2. Contact the administering agency to reserve funds

    Funds are reserved with the provider and are subject to availability.

  3. 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 NACA Homeownership through Public Housing Assistance (HOT-PHA)?

NACA Homeownership through Public Housing Assistance (HOT-PHA) is a grant for homebuyers in Statewide, California. PHA Voucher payment + NACA Best in America Mortgage. No down, no closing costs, no PMI, below-market fixed rate. Voucher amount fluctuates with income changes, eliminating risk. Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) recipients combine voucher with NACA's no-down-payment, no-PMI, below-market-rate mortgage. Voucher payment goes directly to lender. Borrower can become debt-free in 20 years or less. This is a nationwide program, so it is available beyond a single state or city. Funding comes from HUD Housing Choice Voucher Program + NACA.

Do you have to pay it back?

NACA Homeownership through Public Housing Assistance (HOT-PHA) is structured as a grant, so it is not repaid. Repayment is triggered by per first mortgage terms. Forgiveness and repayment terms are set by the program and can change — confirm them on the official program page before applying.

Who qualifies?

NACA Homeownership through Public Housing Assistance (HOT-PHA) 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 - NACA homebuyer workshop. Sourced via Homebuyer Wallet (NT20250012). Restricted to Section 8 / Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) holders whose Public Housing Authority offers HCV homeownership. Member must complete NACA Workshop.

What are the income limits?

NACA Homeownership through Public Housing Assistance (HOT-PHA) sets its income limit as follows: HCV income criteria (PHA-set, very-low-income focus). 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?

NACA Homeownership through Public Housing Assistance (HOT-PHA) can be used for Single-family, Condo, Townhouse, 2-4 unit owner-occupied.

Where does it apply?

NACA Homeownership through Public Housing Assistance (HOT-PHA) is a nationwide program, so it is not limited to one state.

How do you apply?

Applications for NACA Homeownership through Public Housing Assistance (HOT-PHA) 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.

Program terms are set by the administering agency and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.