In 2022 we were all negatively affected by a series of unexpected events. Record inflation led the U.S. Treasury to increase interest rates at an unprecedented pace. In 2022, mortgage interest rates more than doubled over the course of that year.  This aggressive increase caused investors to reduce their participation in the mortgage-backed securities (MBS) market. This is the national capital market where we raise resources that are used to fund and support the HOME Plus Down Payment Assistance Program. The reduced participation has negatively impacted our ability to consistently provide availability for our Arizona IDA Home Plus DPA complete portfolio of products.

Conditions can change on a day-to-day basis and therefore, the lender / loan officer you work with can provide greater insight, including which Arizona IDA HOME Plus DPA offerings are available during these challenging times. To find a lender near you and discuss options, please click on the Find-A-Lender link.

We appreciate your understanding during these times and hope that we can offer a DPA solution that works best for you.

 

Dirk Swift
Program Administrator

 
 
*Updates and terms may change without notice. Please consult with your lender for the most updated product information.

BORROWER(S) MAXIMUM INCOME LIMIT HAS BEEN RAISED TO $122,100.00 (effective July 1, 2022)

Arizona HomeBuyer Down Payment Assistance

Available in Every County, City, Zip Code in Arizona!

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Home Buyer Resources

To help you better prepare for buying your new home, HOME+PLUS has put together a list of resources and information from local, state, and national organizations.

HOME+PLUS

Home Buyer Resources

To help you better prepare for buying your new home, HOME+PLUS has put together a list of resources and information from local, state, and national organizations.

HOME+PLUS

Home Buyer Resources

To help you better prepare for buying your new home, HOME+PLUS has put together a list of resources and information from local, state, and national organizations.
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Program Lenders

Participating Lender Search
find a participating lender near you

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DOCUMENT RESOURCES

10 Common
DPA Program
Myths Debunked

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Reduced
Mortgage Insurance
Premiums

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Pre-Purchase
Home Buyer
Education Certification

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CREDIT RESOURCES*

Know Your Credit Score

How To Improve Your Credit Score

How To Improve
Your Credit Score

Freddie Mac: Credit Smart. A guide to Better Credit, Money Management, and Responsible Home Ownership

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DOWN PAYMENT RESOURCES

Is 20% Down Necessary?

A DownPaymentResource.com article talks about the 20% down myth. Titled… “Why You Don’t Need 20% Down to Buy Your Next Home”. This is a must read for any home buyer.

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Saving For The Down

“How long does it really take to save for a down payment? Maybe not as long as you think” ​-  helps you understand more about down payment options. A DownPaymentResource.com great read!

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Tips For Finding A
Great Real Estate Agent

Here is a great write up by Dana Dratch at BankRate.com titled “7 tips for picking a great real estate agent”.

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Buy Now vs. Wait
Calculator From Essent

Here’s a great calculator/tool from Essent. The EssentIQ gives home buyers the information that will be essential to understanding what options are available, including mortgage insurance.

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HOME+PLUS
Program Lenders

Participating Lender Search

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DOCUMENT RESOURCES

Reduced Mortgage
Insurance Premiums

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10 Common DPA Program
Myths Debunked

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Pre-Purchase Home Buyer
Education Certification

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CREDIT RESOURCES*

Know Your Credit Score

  • Get your free annual credit report from AnnualCreditReport.com. *Offer may change. visit site for latest information.
  • Credit Karma is a free credit monitoring system which shows you your credit information for both Equifax and Trans Union. Credit Karma also has a great phone app and shows you updated credit information every 7 days. *Offer may change. visit site for latest information.
  • Links to the 3 major bureaus: Equifax, Trans Union, and Experian.
  • Note: Credit reporting agencies offer different products and programs. Please visit each agencies website to learn more and determine what product is best for your needs. 

How To Improve Your Credit Score

Freddie Mac: Credit Smart. A guide to Better Credit,
Money Management, and Responsible Home Ownership

links open in new browser windows

DOWN PAYMENT RESOURCES

Is 20% Down Necessary?

A DownPaymentResource.com article talks about the 20% down myth. Titled… “Why You Don’t Need 20% Down to Buy Your Next Home”. This is a must read for any home buyer.

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Saving For The Down

“How long does it really take to save for a down payment? Maybe not as long as you think” ​-  helps you understand more about down payment options. A DownPaymentResource.com great read!

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Tips For Finding A
Great Real Estate Agent

Here is a great write up by Dana Dratch at BankRate.com titled “7 tips for picking a great real estate agent”.

(opens in new browser window)

Buy Now vs. Wait
Calculator from Essent

Here’s a great calculator/tool from Essent. The EssentIQ gives home buyers the information that will be essential to understanding what options are available, including mortgage insurance.

(opens in new browser window)

Home Plus Couple's New Home

Program Information

What to do now… click below to learn more about HOME+PLUS credit score requirements, program guidelines, first mortgage types offered.

Frequently Asked Questions

We have put together a list of questions and answers to help you better understand the HOME+PLUS home buyer assistance program.
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