Hernando County Homeownership (NSP3) Housing Assistance
Special Alert
Program limited to narrowly defined geographic areas.
Maximum Purchase Price
$125,000
Contact Info:
621 W. Jefferson Street, Brooksville, FL 34601 352-540-4338
Limitations
Program is limited to targeted areas. Funding can only be used to assist in buying the primary residence (homestead).
Credit Score Requirements
Based on 1st mortgage requirements.
Deferred Payments?
Yes
Accepted First Mortgage Type:
Freddie Mac, Freddie Mac HFA Advantage, Fannie Mae, Fannie Mae HFA Preferred, FHA 203(b), VA, USDA / RD
Homeowners Education Class:
Required
Is Forgivable?
Forgiven in 5, 10, or 15 years depending on amount borrowed: Under $15,000 = 5 years $15,000 – $40,000 = 10 years over $40,000 = 15 years
Location:
1 County: Hernando Program is limited to targeted areas.
Income Limitations:
Yes, based on Compliance Income (including household income) Income limits from HUD 2022 50% AMI guidelines Income cannot exceed 120% AMI for the Program; however, the assistance for this income category has already been met and the Program is now only providing assistance to the 50% AMI income category so this is the income category that is currently reflected in our program model.
Maximum Assistance
$50,000 A second mortgage note and lien of up to $50,000.00 will be available through a deferred payment loan agreement with a required lien for the assistance (no interest, no payments).
Education Requirements Info:
Homebuyer Orientation is conducted by our grant administrators and provides information about how NSP3 purchase assistance may help you buy a home through this program. Orientations will be scheduled as needed. Please contact our office at (352) 540-4338 for information.
Eligible Property Types:
Single Family Detached Condo Townhome/PUD
Income By Household Size:
None
Qualifying Ratios:
Determined by first mortgage product or lender.
