CHFA First-Generation Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance

Colorado Housing Finance Authority

Available Down Payment

About This Program

CHFA First-Generation Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance is available to homeowners in Brighton, CO.

Provides down payment and closing cost assistance to first-generation homebuyers (neither parent owned a home) purchasing in Colorado. Includes a first mortgage loan at competitive rates combined with a second forgivable loan.

Down payment assistance loan forgiven after 5 years of occupancy

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Brighton, CO, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Up to $20,000 in down payment assistance
  • For first-generation homebuyers
  • Loan forgiven after 5 years
  • Income limits apply (varies by county)
  • Must complete homebuyer education

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Brighton, CO can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Ongoing program

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Frequently asked questions

How much can CHFA First-Generation Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance provide in Brighton, CO?

Up to $20,000 down payment assistance.

Who qualifies for CHFA First-Generation Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance in Brighton?

CHFA First-Generation Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance is open to homeowners in Brighton, CO.

How do I apply for CHFA First-Generation Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance in Brighton, CO?

Apply directly with Colorado Housing Finance Authority using the official program link on this page or call (800) 877-2432. There is no middleman and no fee.

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