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Funding status: Active
How much assistance
Up to $25,000 for down payment and closing costs
Deferred loan secured as a lien; terms vary by program year
Eligibility
- Income limits: Low to moderate income (at or below 80% AMI)
- First-time buyer required: Yes — Must not have owned a home in the past 3 years
- Geographic restrictions: Must purchase within the City of Reading
- Homebuyer education required: Yes
How to Apply for City of Reading HOME Homebuyer Assistance
Contact the City of Reading Department of Community Development at 610-655-6328. Complete a HUD-approved homebuyer education course through NHS of Greater Berks. Work with a participating lender to obtain first mortgage approval.