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Affordable Lending Solutions

Our Home Lending team can help buyers explore options such as:

  • Federal Home Loan Bank down payment and closing-cost assistance programs
  • Washington State Housing Finance Commission programs
  • Fannie Mae HomeReady®
  • Freddie Mac Home Possible®
  • FHA financing
  • VA financing for eligible veterans and service members
  • USDA Rural Development financing for qualifying borrowers and properties
  • Manufactured-home financing
  • Working with multiple Habitat for Humanity Builders
  • Other down payment assistance and community lending options when available

Supporting Low and Moderate-Income Homebuyers

Some affordable lending programs are based on borrower income. Others may take into account where the home is located, whether the buyer is purchasing a first home or other program-specific requirements. For buyers who qualify, these programs may provide lower down payment requirements, assistance with down payment or closing costs, or financing structures intended to make homeownership more attainable.

In some cases programs offer lower fee/rate options.

Expanding Access in Underserved Communities

1st Security Bank is committed to increasing awareness of home lending products and services throughout the markets we serve, including low- and moderate-income communities and majority-minority census tracts.

Our approach is centered on broader awareness, equal access to credit, community engagement and helping prospective buyers understand the financing programs available to them. Loan eligibility and terms are determined under the applicable program requirements and our lending standards, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, disability or other protected characteristics.

Helping Buyers Take the First Step

A buyer does not need to know which program to ask for. That is our job.

A 1st Security Bank loan officer can review the buyer's goals and circumstances, explain available programs and help determine which options may fit. Even for someone who is not ready to purchase today, understanding available financing and assistance programs can be an important first step.

Affordable Loan Programs and Grants

HomeReady

  • It’s for you if:

    A low down payment mortgage product designed for creditworthy low- to moderate-income borrowers.

  • Features:
  • Low down payment with up to 97% LTV financing for home purchase
  • Rental and boarder income may be considered for qualifying
  • Household income must meet certain guidelines.

HomeStart or NAHI Grants

  • It’s for you if:

    Qualifying first-time homebuyers. Not available in all markets.

  • Features:
  • Up to $15,000 Home$tart or $25,000 NAHI grant
  • Grant Funds are dispersed quarterly and are subject to availability
  • Borrower(s) must complete a homebuyer class
  • Income limits apply

Home Possible

  • It’s for you if:

    Borrowers desiring a low down payment solution with flexible sources of funds.

  • Features:
  • Low down payment with up to 97% LTV financing for home purchase.
  • Down payment can come from a variety of sources, including family, employer-assistance programs, secondary financing, and sweat equity.
Other Programs

FHA Loan

  • It’s for you if:

    You have less established credit or want lower down payment options.

  • Features:
  • Partially insured by the Federal Housing Administration
  • Low down payment options
  • Higher debt-to-income ratio (DTI) is allowed

VA Loan

  • It’s for you if:

    You are a qualifying veteran.

  • Features:
  • Partially insured by the US Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Special program for active and veteran members of the military
  • Offers relaxed qualifying guidelines and low down payment options

USDA Loan

  • It’s for you if:

    Purchasing property is located in an eligible rural area.

  • Features:
  • Low or no down payment options.
  • Household income must meet certain guidelines.

Let's get started. We can help you navigate the home buying process, step by step.