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Why ZeroDown?

At Zero Down House, we provide professional consultation, customized loan solutions, special offers, and fast application processing. Our dedicated team ensures a smooth and personalized home buying experience, making your dream home a reality.

Professional Consultation

Our consultants are dedicated to guiding you through every step of the mortgage process, ensuring you understand your options and make informed decisions.

Special Offers

We work with over 260 lenders that offer different types of financing and down payment assistance programs. The best thing is, all 260 lenders can use the same credit pull. You no longer need to get your credit pulled several times to shop around for a mortgage.

Customized Loan Solutions

Our knowledge of all the programs available for homebuyers, allows us to ask the right questions and help us determine the best down payment assistance program for you. By figuring out your financial status and mortgage fico scores in advance, we are able to identify which lender will have the program that best suits your needs.

Fast Application Processing

At Zero Down House, we understand that every homebuyer is different, and we work closely with you to find the right lender with the best program that fits your needs.

Explore your ideal solution

Here is a detailed mortgage comparison to help you clearly understand each loan program.
Contact us today for a professional assessment and in-depth analysis tailored to your needs!
VA
FHA
USDA
HomeReady

Eligibility

Veterans and active-duty military
Any borrower
Low/moderate-income
in rural areas
Low/moderate-income borrowers

Down Payment

No
3.5%
No
3%

Credit Score

620⬆
580⬆
640⬆
620⬆

Mortgage Insurance

VA fee
Upfront and annual fee
Upfront and annual fee
Private insurance

Income Limits

No
No
Yes
Yes

Additional Benefits

No down payment,
lower rates
Lower credit score needed, low down payment
No down payment,
low rates
Low down payment, flexible terms
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How it works

Our step-by-step guide will take you through each stage, from pre-approval to closing, so you know what to expect and how to prepare
01
Initial Consultation
We start with a free consultation to understand your needs and goals.
02
Analyze Current Situation

Figure out your mortgage fico scores and Debt to income ratio.

03
Match You With A Lender

We will send you to the lender that best suits your needs and situation.

04
Pre-qualified by the lender

Once the lender has reviewed your application and has verified your financial documents and employment, they will send your pre-qualification letter.

05
Start Home Search

We now start searching and viewing homes.

06
Make An Offer

Once we find the house that you like, we then make an offer.

Curious about your potential mortgage payments?

Use our mortgage calculator to estimate your monthly payments and see how much home you can afford.
Get started now to plan your financial future with confidence.

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Coordinating program list

We offer various options to make homeownership accessible.
Each program provides unique benefits to meet diverse financial needs, ensuring you find the right support for your home buying journey.
Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC)
This organization provides down payment assistance grants and mortgage credit certificates to eligible homebuyers.
Homes for Texas Heroes Program
Aimed at teachers, firefighters, and other public servants, this program offers down payment assistance and reduced mortgage rates.
SETH 5 Star Texas Advantage Program
This program provides down payment and closing cost assistance in the form of a grant.
My First Texas Home
This is a Taxable Mortgage Program (TMP) that offers down payment and closing cost assistance.
Harris County Downpayment Assistance Program (DAP)
Specifically for Harris County, this program provides financial assistance for down payment and closing costs.

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20 Misconceptions About Down Payment Assistance

Only First-Time Homebuyers Qualify
Many down payment programs are available to repeat buyers as well.
Income Limits Are Too Low
Many down payment programs have surprisingly high income limits.
It’s Only for Cheap Homes
Many programs apply to homes well above the area’s median price.
Only for Rural Areas
Programs exist for urban and suburban areas too.
It Will Delay Closing
If done correctly, using down payment assistance shouldn’t delay your closing.
It Affects Mortgage Interest Rates
Generally, your assistance shouldn’t affect the rate you get on your primary mortgage.
You Must Be a U.S. Citizen
Some programs are available to non-citizens as well.
You Can’t Buy a Fixer-Upper
Some programs specifically aim to help people buy and renovate older homes.
You’ll Be Penalized for Selling Early
While some programs require you to stay for a few years, many don’t have this requirement.
You Can’t Have Owned a Home Before
Some programs are available to those who have owned homes in the past but don’t currently.
It’s Free Money
Most down payment programs are loans or grants that may have conditions attached, like living in the home for a certain number of years.
You Need Perfect Credit
While credit matters, it doesn’t have to be perfect. Each program has its own criteria.
It’s Too Complicated
With the right guidance, navigating most down payment programs can be straightforward.
You Can’t Use It with Other Programs
Often, you can combine down payment assistance with other grants and programs.
Only Banks Offer Them
Many different organizations, including non-profits and government agencies, offer programs for down payment assistance.
Only Minorities Qualify
Programs are generally open to people of all backgrounds.
It’s Only for Single-Family Homes
Programs often apply to condos and townhomes too.
It’s Only for the Down Payment
Some programs can also be used to help with closing costs.
It’s Only for People with Kids
Many programs are available to individuals and couples without children.
It’s a Scam
While you should be cautious and do your research, many legitimate programs are out there. Believe it or not, we have had clients walk out of open houses for builders at a new home site. We had all the numbers crunched with builder incentives and how they could purchase a new home with zero down payment. Many people cannot accept that a home can be purchased with little to no money out of pocket.