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South Shore Habitat for Humanity Homeownership Program

Administered by:
South Shore Habitat for Humanity
· Nonprofit · Zero-Interest Loan
Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Affordable 30-year mortgage with payments not exceeding 30% of monthly income
Affordable mortgage terms based on income rather than market value.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Low to moderate income families
  • First-time buyer required: No
  • Geographic restrictions: Serves 35 cities and towns south and southwest of Boston, including Brockton, Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Carver, Cohasset, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Hingham, Hull, Kingston, Marshfield, Middleborough, Norwell, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Scituate, Wareham, West Bridgewater, and Whitman.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for South Shore Habitat for Humanity Homeownership Program

Apply through South Shore Habitat for Humanity. Selection is based on level of need, willingness to partner with Habitat, evaluation of debt, income, and credit scores, and ability to repay an affordable mortgage. Family partners complete 250 hours of volunteer time per adult and participate in homeownership and financial classes.

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Cities Where This Program Is Available (6 cities across 1 state)