Down payment assistance programs provide additional help in affording a mortgage. The most common forms of down payment assistance are forgivable second mortgages, grants and matched savings programs.

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If you’re a first-time homebuyer, buying a home may seem daunting at first. However, you may be able to qualify for down payment assistance (DPA) through low-interest loans and grants. Continue ...