Homeownership Division
FirstHome program eligibility limits increase approved
The North Dakota Industrial Commission has approved increased eligibility limits for a state program that helps first-time buyers purchase a home. Administered by NDHFA, the FirstHome™ program provides low-cost financing and down payment and closing cost assistance to income-qualified households. READ MORE
Homeownership Month Activities Recap
In June, NDHFA marked National Homeownership Month by participating in two USDA Rural Development forums focused on increasing Native American homeownership and presented during a FDIC hosted webinar on Expanding Access to Homeownership Resources to the Underserved. Learn how NDHFA makes homeownership possible with on-demand training for lenders and real estate agents or by contacting Division Director Brandon Dettlaff.
Planning and Housing Development Division
Housing development and assistance program applications
NDHFA is currently accepting applications for affordable rental housing development assistance and funding for homeownership and rental assistance programs for low-income households. READ MORE
Rent and income limitations released by HUD
The 2022 Income and Rent Limitations have been released by HUD and were published by the Planning Division this spring. Compliance memorandums regarding implementation are available online. LEARN MORE
Public Affairs/Communications
ND announces help for homeowners struggling with housing costs
ND Dept. of Human Services announced that help is available for homeowners struggling financially who are at risk of housing instability because of past-due mortgage payments, utilities or other housing-related costs. READ MORE
Commerce announces opening of CDBG pre-application period
ND Dept. of Commerce announced that the Community Development Block Grant program pre-application period is now open through Aug. 1. READ MORE
Beyond the streets: Bismarck grapples with homelessness
Jamie Bilstad lost his job at a nursery last winter. Unable to make rent, he lost his apartment. The Bismarck Tribune, July 2, 2022. READ MORE
Advocates push for housing for Fargo's homeless population
Fargo's homeless outreach coordinator, who often hits the streets of downtown, has a solution to the increasing concerns about unhoused residents who call the core of the city their home. READ MORE
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