JPFA Comfort of Home Program

Administered by: Jefferson Parish Finance Authority · County · Forgivable Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to 4% down payment and closing cost assistance as a 0% interest forgivable second mortgage (Forgivable Loan)

Forgivable after 60 to 180 months (5 to 15 years) depending on loan terms. Remaining balance due if first mortgage is prepaid, refinanced, or property is sold, transferred, or foreclosed before the forgiveness period.

Eligibility

  • First-time buyer required: No
  • Geographic restrictions: Available in Jefferson Parish.
  • Homebuyer education required: No

How to Apply for JPFA Comfort of Home Program

Step 1: Apply through a JPFA participating lender. The program provides a 30-year fixed-rate first mortgage paired with the forgivable second mortgage for DPA. Can be combined with the JPFA Heroes to Homeowners and Welcome to Jefferson programs.

Notes

No recapture tax in this program. First mortgage may be prepaid at any time without penalty. Can be combined with other JPFA programs like Heroes to Homeowners and Welcome to Jefferson.

Cities Where This Program Is Available