Taylor County SHIP First Time Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance Program
Special Alert
Maximum purchase price limits vary depending on whether you are purchasing a new construction vs. existing home. Review program guidelines for relevant details. Before potential Home Buyers can fill out an application, a pre-approved letter must be submitted from a participating lender.
Maximum Purchase Price
$211,950
Contact Info:
Municipality
Limitations
Applicants must apply themselves directly with Jay Moseley of Government Service Group. Homeowners are eligible for assistance through Taylor County Housing Programs ONE time. Mobile homes are not eligible. Homes must have been constructed prior to 2010 to be eligible for the program.
Credit Score Requirements
Based on 1st mortgage requirements.
Deferred Payments?
Yes
Accepted First Mortgage Type:
Freddie Mac, Freddie Mac HFA Advantage, Freddie Mac Home Possible, Fannie Mae, Fannie Mae HFA Preferred, Fannie Mae HomeReady, FHA 203(b), VA, USDA / RD
Homeowners Education Class:
Required
Is Forgivable?
Loan is forgiven at the rate of 20% per year for 5 years.
Location:
1 County: Taylor Property must be in Taylor County, FL.
Income Limitations:
Yes, based on Compliance Income (including household income) Income limits from HUD 2022 120% AMI guidelines Program uses Income categories of 80% AMI and 120% AMI to determine assistance amounts. NOTE: Our program model will reflect the highest of the limits (120% AMI). SHIP income limits are supplied by Florida Housing Finance Corporation annually.
Maximum Assistance
$10,000 Assistance amount varies based on income category of applicant: Up to $10,000 for down payment assistance for very low/low income (up to 80% AMI) applicants Up to $7,000 in down payment help for moderate income (120% AMI) applicants.
Education Requirements Info:
Must take a HUD approved homebuyer education course. https://hudgov-answers.force.com/housingcounseling/s/?language=en_US
Eligible Property Types:
Single Family Detached Condo Townhome/PUD
Income By Household Size:
HH1HH2HH3HH4HH5HH6HH7HH8 $51,000$58,320$65,640$72,840$78,720$84,600$90,360$96,240 *Income limits as of 05/09/2023
Qualifying Ratios:
Determined by first mortgage product or lender.
