Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority
Indiana First Place Program is available to homeowners in Marion, IN.
Down payment and closing cost assistance for first-time homebuyers in Indiana. Provides up to $7,500 as a forgivable second mortgage that is forgiven after 10 years of owner occupancy. Must be combined with IHCDA first mortgage.
Forgivable loan of up to $7,500, forgiven after 10 years of occupancy
Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
In Marion, IN, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Marion, IN 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 program
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Email us about this programUp to $7,500 down payment assistance.
Indiana First Place Program is open to homeowners in Marion, IN.
Apply directly with Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority using the official program link on this page or call (317) 232-7777. 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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