Grant Programs

The State of Ohio through the Ohio Housing Finance Agency provides down payment assistance or lower than market interest rate with no assistance using the multiple programs.

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Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) programs

The State of Ohio through the Ohio Housing Finance Agency provides 2.5% & 5% down payment assistance or lower than market interest rate with no assistance using the following programs:

  • First Time Homebuyer – first time home buyer programs offered to those who haven’t owned a home within 3-years, or ever.
  • Heroes – Active Military, Veteran, Fire Fighter, EMT, Paramedic, licensed Health Care Worker, Teacher, Police Officer.
  • Grants for Graduates – Graduate of college within 48-months and first-time homebuyer
  • Next Home – recent homeowner, not a First Time Home Buyer.
  • Target Area – specified area for assistance.

Amount of assistance is considered a 2nd mortgage at 0.00% interest rate for 7-years. Fully forgiven after 7-years, fully repaid if sold within 7-years. Borrower income cannot exceed maximum allowable income limit.

You Have Options

Loan Products

First Time Home

Designed to help those who haven't previously owned a home (or haven't recently) purchase their first property.

Conventional Loan

Good credit and stable income? Conventional loan options provide more flexibility and fewer restrictions.

FHA Program

Offering flexible qualification guidelines to help people who might not qualify for a conventional mortgage.

Bridge Loan

Borrow money for the new property while waiting to sell the old one, using your current home as collateral.

Trade-In Mortgage™

Innovative loan helping home owners qualify for their next mortgage until they sell their current home.

Grant Programs

The State of Ohio through the Ohio Housing Finance Agency provides 2.5% & 5% down payment assistance.

VA Loan

Helping eligible service members, veterans, and their surviving spouses purchase or refinance a home.

USDA Loan

A USDA home loan is a zero-down-payment mortgage option for home buyers that are in eligible towns and rural areas.

Self-Employed Loan

Freelancer, gig worker, or business owner hoping to buy a home, a self-employed mortgage may be in your future.

DSCR Loan

For real estate investors seeking to expand their portfolios, DSCR loans offer a powerful financing solution.

Refinance Loan

A refinance, or refi, revises and replaces terms of an existing loan or mortgage for more favorable conditions.

Manufactures Homes

Manufactured homes can be financed using FHA, VA, or Conventional Loan. Get detailed options.

Realize Your Dreams Of Homeownership In The Buckeye State

We are dedicated to helping people realize the dream of homeownership and that mission starts right here in Ohio. From the excited first time home buyer who just found their perfect place, to the longtime homeowner ready to refinance and save, we believe every person deserves a mortgage lender who listens, advises honestly, and responds quickly. Our Salem team brings local knowledge, flexible programs, and genuine care to every single closing table.

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