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RIHousing FirstGenHomeRI (pilot)

RIHousing FirstGenHomeRI (pilot) is a forgivable 5-yr 2nd from RIHousing. Available statewide in Rhode Island. Up to $25,000 toward a home purchase. Income limit: County/target.

Up to $25,000
Listed as open as of May 2026

Available statewide in Rhode Island.

Income limitCounty/target
Minimum credit score620
Homebuyer educationRequired (HFA-approved (Framework, eHome, NeighborWorks, etc.))
OccupationsFirst-gen RI buyers
Property types1-4 family, condo, townhome
OccupancyOwner-occupied primary
Eligible loan productsFHA/Conv
Sales price capPer county
Repayment0% int forgiven 5 yrs
ForgivablePer program structure
StackingPilot program; layers with FirstHomes
Source RIHousing·official program page·Listed
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Provider: RIHousing · program details at the provider’s site.

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