First-Time Homebuyers Assistance Program
City of Buffalo First Time Homebuyers Program:
First-Time Homebuyers Down Payment Closing Cost Assistance Program:
Were excited to report The City of Buffalo has funds to help first-time homebuyers with their down payment and closing costs up to $10,000.00. This is a 0% interest, deferred & and forgivable loan “conditional grant” that must be paid back in full if you sell or vacate your home within five years of purchase.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Purchase must be within the City of Buffalo
- Must be a one-family or two-family home located in the City of Buffalo that is in generally good condition with no major housing code violations or lead based paint hazards
- You must be a first-time homebuyer and the home must be your primary residence
- Must meet the HUD Household Income guidelines
- Your income must fall between 50% – 80% of the HUD Income Guidelines
- You Must qualify for a mortgage loan with an approved financial institution
- You must remain in the home for five years or repay the loan in full
- You must take a FREE Homebuyer Educational Course (Belmont Housing Resources, Buffalo Urban League)
City of Buffalo Down Payment Closing Cost Assistance 2023 Program Guidelines:
Household Income of no less than 50% and no more than 80% of the area median income, based on family size (see household income guidelines below)*
HUD Household Income Guidelines:
Household Size / Gross Annual Income (50-80% of AMI):
1 / $32,500 – $52,000
2 / $37,150 – $59,400
3 / $41,800 – $66,850
4 / $46,400 – $74,250
5 / $50,180 – $80,200
6 / $53.850 – $86,150
7 / $57,550 – $92,100
8 / $61,250 – $98,050
*These income guidelines are based on the HUD June 15 2022 Household Income guidelines are subject to change
*Funds are provided by the City of Buffalo Owner Occupied Housing Assistance Programs through New York State Office of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR)/Affordable Housing Corporation (AHC), City of Buffalo Mayors Office of Strategic Planning and Buffalo Urban Renewal Agency (BURA)