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IHDA Access Forgivable

IHDA Access Forgivable is a forgivable 2nd, 10-yr monthly forgive from IHDA. Available statewide in Illinois. Up to $60,004 toward a home purchase. For first-time buyers. Income limit: Per county.

Up to $60,004
Listed as open as of May 2026

Available statewide in Illinois.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limitPer county
Minimum credit score640
Homebuyer educationRequired (HFA-approved (Framework, eHome, NeighborWorks, etc.))
OccupationsStatewide IL
Property typesSFR
OccupancyOwner-occupied primary
Eligible loan productsFHA/VA/USDA/Conv
Sales price capPer county
RepaymentForgiven 10 yrs
ForgivablePer program structure
StackingPairs with IHDA first
Source IHDA·official program page·Listed
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Provider: IHDA · program details at the provider’s site.

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