Can I combine down payment assistance with an FHA loan in Houston?
Written by the Warens Financial Group education team · Reviewed by Franklin Warens, Mortgage Broker, NMLS #1249423
Often, yes. TDHCA, TSAHC, and the City of Houston Homebuyer Assistance Program are commonly paired with FHA loans, and many are compatible with conventional loans too. Whether a specific combination works depends on the lender, the program's current rules, and your full financial file.
FHA's relatively low down payment (3.5% with qualifying credit) is one reason it pairs often with Texas down payment assistance: the assistance can cover some or all of that upfront cash. VA and USDA loans already allow 0% down for eligible buyers, so assistance there usually targets closing costs instead. A licensed loan officer can check which pairing fits your loan type and target home.
This answer is part of our guide Down Payment Assistance Programs Houston Buyers Can Use.
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- Full guide: down payment assistance programs Houston buyers can use
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Educational content only; not financial, legal, or tax advice, a commitment to lend, or an offer of credit. Program requirements vary by lender and change over time; eligibility depends on your full financial profile. Warens Financial Group, NMLS #2532048. Franklin Warens, Mortgage Broker, NMLS #1249423. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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