IFA FirstHome Program & Down Payment Assistance
Norwalk does not offer a city-specific grant, but first-time buyers in Norwalk can turn to the **IFA FirstHome** assistance. With an IFA-backed loan, buyers are eligible for a **$2,500 down payment grant**:contentReference[oaicite:98]{index=98}. If more help is needed, a **forgivable second loan up to 5% of the home’s price** is available at 0% interest:contentReference[oaicite:99]{index=99}. The second loan is repaid only when the home is sold or the primary mortgage is paid off. Program requirements include meeting income limits for Warren County and purchasing within the price cap (e.g. ~$310k for existing homes in non-target areas). The program helps bridge the gap for down payments and can be paired with certain mortgage types to eliminate PMI for eligible borrowers:contentReference[oaicite:100]{index=100}:contentReference[oaicite:101]{index=101}.
Estimated assistance: $2,500
Down payment use: May apply
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