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OHFA Your Choice DPA

OHFA Your Choice DPA is a forgivable 2nd 7-yr forgive from Ohio Housing Finance Agency. Available statewide in Ohio. For first-time buyers. Income limit: $88,200-$141,000.

Amount varies by program
Listed as open as of May 2026

Available statewide in Ohio.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limit$88,200-$141,000
Minimum credit score640
Maximum DTI45%
Homebuyer educationRequired (HFA-approved (Framework, eHome, NeighborWorks, etc.))
OccupationsStatewide OH
Property typesSFR primary
OccupancyOwner-occupied primary
Eligible loan productsFHA/VA/USDA/Conv
Sales price cap$349,525-$453,100 by county
RepaymentForgiven 7 yrs (in-state)
ForgivablePer program structure
StackingAll 88 OH counties
Source Ohio Housing Finance Agency·official program page·Listed
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Provider: Ohio Housing Finance Agency · program details at the provider’s site.

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