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Westchester/Hudson Valley - Grants for First-Time Homebuyers

Income Requirement

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS & RESTRICTIONS

You must meet the following income requirements, with household income not exceeding the following guidelines for each county listed below:

Westchester - 2010 - Maximum Gross Household Income Based on Family Size

Family
Size
1
PERSON
2
PERSON
3
PERSON
4
PERSON
5
PERSON
6
PERSON
80% AMI
$58,600
$67,000
$75,400
$83,800
$90,500
$97,200
  • All families must occupy the home as a principal residence for between ten and fifteen years, depending upon requirements of the funder.
  • Section 8 applicants must hold a Section 8 Home Ownership Voucher issued by their local Housing Authority.
  • Section 8 Rental Assistance Vouchers are not eligible for this program.
  • All families must submit proof of income and assets with recent pay stubs, last two years of tax returns and other documentation.
  • You will be required to attend a FREE homebuyer seminar and homebuyer counseling
  • Your application will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. If you meet eligibility requirements, we will assist you in qualifying for a mortgage with participating lenders.

TO APPLY FOR HOME OWNERSHIP ASSISTANCE

Please visit the FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT BUYING A NEW HOME for a list of procedures and to download a free application for home buying assistance

.