MaineHousing First Home Loan Program

Administered by: Maine State Housing Authority (MaineHousing) · State · Deferred Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Low fixed-rate 30-year mortgage with little or no down payment (Deferred Loan)

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Varies by household size and county; ranges from $97,900 to $146,625
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must not have had an ownership interest in a home during the past 3 years.
  • Credit score minimum: 640
  • Geographic restrictions: Must purchase within the state of Maine.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for MaineHousing First Home Loan Program

Step 1: Apply through one of MaineHousing's 40+ approved First Home Lenders. Complete a hoMEworks-approved homebuyer education class.

Notes

Includes payment protection for unemployment through Maine HOPE program. Can be combined with Advantage or First Generation options. Purchase price limits vary by county.

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