Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (in partnership with the City of Suffolk)
Up to $14,500 toward a down payment in VA.
The Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority, in partnership with the City of Suffolk, provides down payment and closing cost assistance to first-time homebuyers purchasing a primary residence in Suffolk. Eligible buyers (income at or below 80% AMI, no homeownership in the prior three years) may receive up to $14,500 as a 0% amortized forgivable loan secured by a deed of trust; 20% is forgiven each year and the balance is fully forgiven after five years. Buyers complete the Virginia Housing First-Time Homebuyers Class in person, attend two one-on-one counseling sessions, and contribute at least 1% of the sales price ($500 minimum).
Short reads on how it works, in plain language. Free, no sign-up needed to read.
Free course from Hey Prescott
A short, free course on City of Suffolk HOME Downpayment and Closing Cost Assistance Program: what it is, who it is for, how it is forgiven, where it applies and how to apply. Based on program data from July 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.