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CHFA DAP

CHFA DAP is a 2nd mortgage matching first rate (up to 6%) from Connecticut Housing Finance Authority. Available statewide in Connecticut. Up to $3,000 toward a home purchase. For first-time buyers. Income limit: County-based $88,200-$141,000.

Up to $3,000
Listed as open as of May 2026

Available statewide in Connecticut.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limitCounty-based $88,200-$141,000
Minimum credit score620
Maximum DTI45%
Homebuyer educationRequired (HFA-approved (Framework, eHome, NeighborWorks, etc.))
OccupationsStatewide CT
Property types1-4 family, condo
OccupancyOwner-occupied primary
Eligible loan productsFHA/Conv/VA/USDA
Sales price capNo stated
RepaymentPer first rate
StackingStacks with Time To Own
Source Connecticut Housing Finance Authority·official program page·Listed
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Provider: Connecticut Housing Finance Authority · program details at the provider’s site.

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