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FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada

FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada is a grant for homebuyers in Nevada, administered by Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (delivered via member financial institutions).

Last verified Source: Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (delivered via member financial institutions)

The program asks for

  • First-time homebuyer — with exceptions: HUD first-time homebuyer definition (no principal residence owned in past 3 years)
  • The home is occupied as a primary residence
  • A completed homebuyer education course, through HUD-approved homebuyer counseling program (provider not specified)
  • Residency: Property must be in Arizona, California, or Nevada
  • Apply through a currently participating FHLB-SF member lender (not directly from FHLB-SF). The $8M first round for 2026 is exhausted; $3M second round expected later in 2026. Distinct from the existing generic WISH catalog row — MDPA targets 80.01-140% AMI with up to $50,000 and no retention period.
  • A home in Nevada

It doesn’t cover

  • Households above 140% of area median income

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

140% of the area median income where the home is

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.

Where it applies

Nevada’s homes

  • 60.4% single-family
  • 5.2% townhouse
  • 7.2% 2–4 units
  • 21.8% 5+ units
  • 5.4% mobile & other

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

$435,400

Nevada median home value

22%

built before 1980

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year.

How to apply

  1. Take a homebuyer education course

    Required by the program, through HUD-approved homebuyer counseling program (provider not specified).

  2. Contact Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (delivered via member financial institutions) to reserve funds

    Funds are reserved through First-come, first-served via FHLB-SF member financial institution, 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 FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada?

FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada is a grant for homebuyers in Nevada, administered by Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (delivered via member financial institutions). The FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program provides matching grants of up to $50,000 to first-time homebuyers earning between 80.01% and 140% of AMI purchasing in Arizona, California, or Nevada. Buyers must contribute a minimum of $10,000 of their own funds and complete homebuyer counseling; the grant is delivered to escrow by a participating FHLB-SF member lender. The 2026 program has $11 million available first-come, first-served (first $8M round exhausted; $3M second round later in 2026). Up to $50,000 grant (no repayment). Targets middle-income buyers (80.01-140% AMI). Stackable with other programs. Available statewide in NV via participating lenders. Funding comes from FHLBank San Francisco voluntary contribution; 2026 program $11M (first $8M round exhausted; $3M second round later in 2026).

How much assistance does it provide?

FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada offers up to $50,000 in assistance. Homebuyer contribution: Homebuyer must contribute a minimum of $10,000 (savings or gifted funds). The program can be combined with Designed to complement local, state, and federal homeownership programs. Amounts are the program's published maximums, not an offer — Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (delivered via member financial institutions) determines any individual award.

Do you have to pay it back?

FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada is structured as a grant, so it is not repaid. Forgiveness and repayment terms are set by the program and can change — confirm them on the official program page before applying.

Who qualifies?

FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada is open to first-time homebuyers and homebuyers who will live in the home as their primary residence. "First-time" has exceptions here: HUD first-time homebuyer definition (no principal residence owned in past 3 years). A homebuyer education course is required, through HUD-approved homebuyer counseling program (provider not specified). Residency requirement: Property must be in Arizona, California, or Nevada. Apply through a currently participating FHLB-SF member lender (not directly from FHLB-SF). The $8M first round for 2026 is exhausted; $3M second round expected later in 2026. Distinct from the existing generic WISH catalog row — MDPA targets 80.01-140% AMI with up to $50,000 and no retention period.

What are the income limits?

FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada limits household income to 140% of the area median income, which varies by county and household size. Household income between 80.01% and 140% of HUD AMI based on property address, adjusted for household size. Buyers at/below 80% AMI denied FHA financing may qualify under a special exception. 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?

FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada can be used for Single Family, Condo, 2-4 Unit, and Manufactured. New construction is eligible. Manufactured homes are eligible.

Where does it apply?

FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada serves homebuyers purchasing anywhere in Nevada.

How do you apply?

Applications for FHLBank San Francisco Middle-Income Downpayment Assistance (MDPA) Program — Nevada go through Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (delivered via member financial institutions), which publishes the current terms and the application steps on its own site. Funds are reserved through First-come, first-served via FHLB-SF member financial institution. 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 Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (delivered via member financial institutions) and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.