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City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC)

City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC) is a forgivable loan for homebuyers in Tallahassee, Florida.

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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 minimum 620 credit score
  • A completed homebuyer education course
  • A home inside Tallahassee city limits

It doesn’t cover

  • Households above 80% of area median income
  • Homes outside Tallahassee

These are the program's own published rules, not a decision about any individual — the administering agency and a lender determine who actually qualifies.

Income limit

80% of Leon County’s area median income

HUD sets the area median income each year. The limit changes with household size, so a family of five has a higher limit than a single homebuyer.

$99,500
Area median income, 4-person household (HUD, 2026)
Income limits in Florida

Where it applies

Tallahassee’s homes

  • 39.3% single-family
  • 9.9% townhouse
  • 13% 2–4 units
  • 36.1% 5+ units
  • 1.8% mobile & other

A tick marks a kind of home the program’s record lists. The agency confirms it for the home you choose.

$294,400

Tallahassee median home value

37%

built before 1980

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year. More about buying in Tallahassee

How to apply

  1. Take a homebuyer education course

    Required by the program before funds are reserved.

  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.

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Questions about this program

What is City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC)?

City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC) is a forgivable loan for homebuyers in Tallahassee, Florida. City of Tallahassee (TLC) provides deferred 0% loan up to 20% of purchase price, forgiven after 15 years of owner-occupancy. Income at or below 80% AMI. Separate from Leon County program. Funding comes from Local.

How much assistance does it provide?

City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC) provides assistance worth 20% of the purchase price, as set by the program. Amounts are the program's published maximums, not an offer — the administering agency determines any individual award.

Do you have to pay it back?

City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC) is forgiven after 15 years, so a homebuyer who stays that long does not repay it. Repayment is triggered by Sale, Refinance, and No longer primary within 15 years. The assistance is recorded in 2nd Lien position. Forgiveness and repayment terms are set by the program and can change — confirm them on the official program page before applying.

Who qualifies?

City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC) 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. The program lists a minimum credit score of 620. A homebuyer education course is required.

What are the income limits?

City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC) limits household income to 80% of the area median income, which varies by county and household size. Income at or below 80% AMI for Leon County. 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?

City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC) can be used for Single Family, Condo, and Townhouse.

Where does it apply?

City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC) serves homebuyers purchasing in Tallahassee, Florida.

How do you apply?

Applications for City of Tallahassee First-Time Homebuyer Program (TLC) go through the administering agency, which publishes the current terms and the application steps on its own site. 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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Program terms are set by the administering agency and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.