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Texas Mortgage Credit Certificate Program (TDHCA)

Texas Mortgage Credit Certificate Program (TDHCA) is a federal income tax credit from Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). Available statewide in Texas. For first-time buyers. Income limit: Per TDHCA county-based limits.

Amount varies by program
Listed as open as of May 26, 2026

Available statewide in Texas.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limitPer TDHCA county-based limits
Minimum credit score640
Homebuyer educationRequired
OccupationsAny; veterans exempt
Sales price capVaries by county
Amount notesAnnual federal tax credit (percentage of mortgage interest)
NotesOften combined with My First Texas Home or My Choice Texas Home.
Phone1-800-792-1119
Source Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA)·official program page·Listed
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Provider: Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) · program details at the provider’s site.

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