State of Texas Home Loan Grant

Posted on March 6, 2013
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http://www.TexasHeroes.usIn order to be eligible to receive the Homes for Texas Heroes Home Grant Program you must meet the following guidelines:The Homes for Texas Heroes Home Grant Program is for the full time, paid Firefighter, Emergency Medical Services Personnel, Peace Officer, Corrections Officer, Juvenile Corrections Officer, County Jailer, or a Public Security Officer working in the State of Texas.

Detailed definitions of “Heroes” (PDF)

Additionally, the home buyer must:

  • Reside in the State of Texas
  • Meet the income and home purchase price limits
  • Meet standard mortgage underwriting requirements which demonstrate credit worthiness
  • Occupy the purchased home as their primary residence
  • Complete a HUD approved homebuyer education course prior to closing on the home loan

You may purchase the following types of properties:

  • Single Family Residences
  • Condominiums and Town Homes
  • Planned Unit Developments (PUDs)
  • Manufactured Homes (Meeting FHA Guidelines)