Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA)
THDA Great Choice Home Loan is available to homeowners in Knoxville, TN.
Low-interest mortgage with optional down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers in Tennessee. Requires completion of homebuyer education. Available through participating lenders statewide.
Down payment assistance is 4% of loan amount, up to $15,000
Verified against Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA)'s official page on 2026-06-17.
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In Knoxville, TN, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Knoxville, TN can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
Documents you will likely need
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 while funds available
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Email us about this programUp to $15,000 down payment assistance.
THDA Great Choice Home Loan is open to homeowners in Knoxville, TN.
Apply directly with Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) using the official program link on this page or call (615) 815-2200. There is no middleman and no fee.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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