Do I have to be a first-time buyer for Self-Help Enterprises - Kern County?

Yes. The program lists a first-time buyer requirement.

Is there an income limit?

Yes. The listed income limit is ≤80% AMI.

Self-Help Enterprises - Kern County

Self-Help Enterprises - Kern County is a usda / home / calhome blends from Self-Help Enterprises. Coverage: Rural Kern County + Central Valley. For first-time buyers. Income limit: ≤80% AMI.

Amount varies by program

Listed as open as of May 26, 2026

Coverage: Rural Kern County + Central Valley.

First-time buyer	Required
Income limit	≤80% AMI
Homebuyer education	Required
Sales price cap	Per program
Amount notes	Varies
Notes	Primary rural Kern delivery partner.
Phone	559-802-1640

Source Self-Help Enterprises·official program page·Listed May 26, 2026

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Provider: Self-Help Enterprises · program details at the provider’s site.

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