Fannie Mae HomePath Ready Buyer

Fannie Mae HomePath Ready Buyer is a closing cost credit (homepath reo only) from Fannie Mae. Available statewide in California. Up to 3% toward a home purchase. For first-time buyers.

Up to 3%

Listed as open as of April 10, 2026

Available statewide in California.

First-time buyer	Required
Homebuyer education	Required (HomePath Ready Buyer online course (must complete BEFORE making offer))
Property types	Fannie Mae HomePath REO only
Occupancy	Owner-occupied primary
Repayment	deferred
Notes	Only applies to Fannie Mae REO/HomePath properties. CA inventory currently limited but worth knowing.

Source Fannie Mae·official program page·Verified April 10, 2026

Provider: Fannie Mae · program details at the provider’s site.

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