My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program)
My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program) is a deferred second loan for homebuyers in Prince George's County, Maryland, administered by Redevelopment Authority of Prince George's County.
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 Minimum 8-hour course by a HUD-certified agency
- Residency: Owner-occupied primary residence
- Executed contract and conditional first-trust approval required before lender applies; 8-hour HUD-certified counseling; HQS inspection; do not contact the County/RDA directly for an application.
- A home in Prince George's County
It doesn’t cover
- Manufactured homes
- New construction
- Homes outside Prince George's County
These are the program's own published rules, not a decision about any individual — the administering agency and a lender determine who actually qualifies.
Where it applies
Prince George's County’s homesPrince George's County’s homes, and the ones this program accepts
- 49.2% single-familysingle-family
- 16.7% townhousetownhouse
- 2.5% 2–4 units2–4 units
- 30.9% 5+ unitscondo & apartment buildings (5+ units)
- 0.6% mobile & othermobile home & other
A tick marks a kind of home the program’s record lists. The agency confirms it for the home you choose.
$426,000
Prince George's County median home value
53.8%
built before 1980
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year. More about buying in Prince George's County
How to apply
How to applyThree steps, in this order
Take a homebuyer education course
Required by the program, through Minimum 8-hour course by a HUD-certified agency.
Contact Redevelopment Authority of Prince George's County to reserve funds
Funds are reserved through Submitted only by approved Participating Lenders; executed contract and conditional first-trust approval; >=21 business days remaining, 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 My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program)?
My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program) is a deferred second loan for homebuyers in Prince George's County, Maryland, administered by Redevelopment Authority of Prince George's County. The My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program), administered by the Redevelopment Authority and funded by the federal HOME program, assists income-eligible first-time homebuyers with up to $20,000 for down payment, closing costs, and/or principal reduction. Unlike forgivable products, the loan is not forgiven and is fully due upon sale, transfer, refinance, or loss of owner-occupancy. Up to $20,000 HOME-funded. 0% interest. No monthly payments. Deferred until sale/transfer/refinance. Funding comes from HOME Investment Partnerships Program (federal HUD).
How much assistance does it provide?
My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program) offers up to $20,000 in assistance. The program can be combined with other assistance, subject to the rules of each. Amounts are the program's published maximums, not an offer — Redevelopment Authority of Prince George's County determines any individual award.
Do you have to pay it back?
My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program) is deferred, so no payments are due until the home is sold, refinanced, or the first mortgage is paid off. Repayment is triggered by Not forgiven over time; fully due upon sale, transfer, refinance, or loss of primary residence. The assistance is recorded in Subordinate (second) 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?
My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement 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 Minimum 8-hour course by a HUD-certified agency. Residency requirement: Owner-occupied primary residence. Executed contract and conditional first-trust approval required before lender applies; 8-hour HUD-certified counseling; HQS inspection; do not contact the County/RDA directly for an application.
What are the income limits?
My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program) sets its income limit as follows: Income-eligible first-time homebuyers per HOME program limits (HUD-set); qualify through a participating lender. 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?
My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program) can be used for Single Family, Townhouse, and Condo. New construction is not eligible. Manufactured homes are not eligible.
Where does it apply?
My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program) serves homebuyers purchasing in Prince George's County, Maryland.
How do you apply?
Applications for My HOME II Program (Mortgage Settlement Program) go through Redevelopment Authority of Prince George's County, which publishes the current terms and the application steps on its own site. Funds are reserved through Submitted only by approved Participating Lenders; executed contract and conditional first-trust approval; >=21 business days remaining. 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.
Also for Prince George's County homebuyersOther programs open to Prince George's County homebuyers
- HIP Homes Single-Family Homeownership ProgramFirst mortgage
- Pathway to Purchase First Time Homebuyer Assistance ProgramDeferred
- ONE+ by Rocket MortgageUp to $7,000
Whether two programs can be combined is up to each agency. Ask before you apply.
All 79 programs for Prince George's CountyProgram terms are set by Redevelopment Authority of Prince George's County and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.