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CalHFA Conventional Loan Program

CalHFA Conventional Loan Program is a first mortgage (conventional, fixed rate) from California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA). Available statewide in California. For first-time buyers. Income limit: CalHFA county income limits.

Amount varies by program
Listed as open as of May 26, 2026

Available statewide in California.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limitCalHFA county income limits
Minimum credit score660
Homebuyer educationRequired
Sales price capPer FHFA conforming (~$806,500 standard, $1,209,750 high-cost in 2025)
Amount notesN/A, first loan only (pair with MyHome DPA)
NotesLower rate than CalPLUS but can't combine with ZIP.
Phone877-922-5432
Source California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA)·official program page·Listed
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Provider: California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) · program details at the provider’s site.

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