Texas First-Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

Available Down Payment

About This Program

Texas First-Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance is available to homeowners in Garland, TX.

Down payment and closing cost assistance for first-time homebuyers in Garland. Forgivable loan or grant combined with competitive interest rate mortgage. Income and purchase price limits apply.

Down payment assistance, forgiven over time or at sale

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.

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

Key Details

  • Up to $20,000 down payment assistance
  • Must be first-time homebuyer
  • Income and purchase price limits apply
  • Combined with competitive mortgage rate
  • Available through approved lenders

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Garland, TX 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 subject to fund availability

Questions about this program?

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Texas First-Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance provide in Garland, TX?

Up to $20,000.

Who qualifies for Texas First-Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance in Garland?

Texas First-Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance is open to homeowners in Garland, TX.

How do I apply for Texas First-Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance in Garland, TX?

Apply directly with Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs using the official program link on this page or call (512) 475-3800. There is no middleman and no fee.

Need a Contractor for This Grant?

Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.

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