IFA FirstHome Program & Down Payment Assistance
First-time homebuyers in Bettendorf can access Iowa Finance Authority’s statewide assistance. Through **FirstHome**, buyers may qualify for a **$2,500 down payment grant** and/or a **down payment assistance loan up to 5%** of the home price:contentReference[oaicite:55]{index=55}. The grant does not need to be repaid, and the optional second loan has 0% interest with repayment deferred until resale or refinance. IFA sets income and purchase price limits for Scott County, and buyers work with participating local lenders to use this program:contentReference[oaicite:56]{index=56}.
Estimated assistance: Varies by program
Down payment use: May apply
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