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Omaha Housing Authority Bridges to Homeownership (HCV Homeownership Program)

Administered by:

Omaha Housing Authority (OHA)
· City · Government-Insured Mortgage

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Monthly homeownership assistance via Housing Choice Voucher payments

Voucher subsidy continues for up to 15 years (or 30 years for elderly/disabled families) provided eligibility is maintained.

Eligibility

  • Income limits:
    Must meet HCV program income limits for Douglas County (very low income, generally 50% AMI or less).
  • First-time buyer required: Yes —
    First-time homebuyer required (defined by HUD HCV Homeownership rules).
  • Geographic restrictions:
    Must currently be enrolled in OHA's Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program. Property must be in OHA service area.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Omaha Housing Authority Bridges to Homeownership (HCV Homeownership Program)

Step 1: Available only to current OHA Housing Choice Voucher participants. Email fss@ohauthority.org to begin. Buyers must complete required HUD homeownership counseling and meet OHA's minimum employment and income requirements.

Notes

Eligibility is restricted to existing OHA voucher holders; not available to the general public.

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