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CalHFA Forgivable Equity Builder Loan (FEBL)

Up to $0 toward a down payment in CA.

Location
CA
Type
Forgivable assistance
Max assistance
$0
Income limit
$140,960
Min. credit score
660
First-time buyer
Required
Property types
Single family

Up to 10% of purchase price at 0% interest. Fully forgiven after 5 years of continuous owner-occupancy; balance reduced 20% per year if sold before 5 years. Must be used with a CalHFA first mortgage. Income limit: 80% AMI.

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CalHFA Forgivable Equity Builder Loan (FEBL), explained

A short, free course on CalHFA Forgivable Equity Builder Loan (FEBL): what it is, who it is for, how it is forgiven, where it applies and how to apply. Based on program data from June 2026. About ten minutes.

5 modules · About 10 minutes

Program details are sourced from public agency data and may change. Confirm eligibility with a Hey Prescott loan officer before applying.