Shared Equity Agreements For First-time Buyers In Philadelphia

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Multi-State
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Philadelphia
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US-00036DR
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In equity sharing both parties benefit from the relationship. Equity sharing, also known as housing equity partnership (HEP), gives a person the opportunity to purchase a home even if he cannot afford a mortgage on the whole of the current value. Often the remaining share is held by the house builder, property owner or a housing association. Both parties receive tax benefits. Another advantage is the return on investment for the investor, while for the occupier a home becomes readily available even when funds are insufficient.


This form is a generic example that may be referred to when preparing such a form for your particular state. It is for illustrative purposes only. Local laws should be consulted to determine any specific requirements for such a form in a particular jurisdiction.

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First-time homebuyers or people who haven't owned a home in at least three years are eligible. They must have a household income that is below the median area income for the number of people in their household (Ex: the median area income for a family of four is $111,600).

Government-backed mortgage loans The Federal Housing Administration (FHA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Agriculture (USDA) back mortgage programs that are often an option for first-time homebuyers.

The Turn The Key program helps Philadelphia families buy new, affordable homes and build equity for their futures. Our development partners are building energy efficient homes on publicly owned land across Philadelphia.

Welcome Home grants may not exceed $25,000 for honorably discharged veterans, active-duty military, reservists, and surviving spouses of service personnel homebuyers or $20,000 for all other homebuyers. Welcome Home funds may be used in conjunction with other local, state, and federal funding sources.

Several first-time homebuyer programs are facilitated through the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA), an agency in the commonwealth that aims to improve affordability and housing options for low-income and moderate-income families, older adults and families with special housing needs.

Insufficient Credit History Most lenders require a minimum credit score of 620 to qualify for a mortgage. Without enough active accounts in good standing, first-time buyers often fall short of this threshold. Maintaining timely payments and keeping credit card balances low is key to building credit.

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Shared Equity Agreements For First-time Buyers In Philadelphia