IFA FirstHome Program & Down Payment Assistance
Pella homebuyers (Marion County) can make use of IFA’s FirstHome program to get financial assistance. Qualifying first-time buyers can secure a **$2,500 grant** for their down payment and closing costs:contentReference[oaicite:112]{index=112}. They also have access to an optional **secondary loan up to 5%** of the home price at zero interest:contentReference[oaicite:113]{index=113}. This loan defers all payments until the property is sold or the first mortgage is paid off, at which point it’s either forgiven or due. The assistance requires meeting certain income and purchase price thresholds and must be paired with an IFA mortgage product through a local lender. It effectively lowers the upfront cost of buying a home in Pella by covering a substantial portion of the down payment.
Estimated assistance: $2,500
Down payment use: May apply
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