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THDA Great Choice

THDA Great Choice is a deferred 2nd 0% 30-yr from Tennessee Housing Development Agency. Available statewide in Tennessee. Up to $25,000 toward a home purchase. For first-time buyers. Income limit: 80% AMI.

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

Available statewide in Tennessee.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limit80% AMI
Minimum credit score620
Maximum DTI50%
Homebuyer educationRequired (HFA-approved (Framework, eHome, NeighborWorks, etc.))
OccupationsStatewide TN
Property typesSFR, condo
OccupancyOwner-occupied primary
Eligible loan productsFHA/USDA/Conv
Sales price cap$300K
Repayment0% deferred 30-yr
StackingPairs with THDA first
Source Tennessee Housing Development Agency·official program page·Listed
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Provider: Tennessee Housing Development Agency · program details at the provider’s site.

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