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New Hampshire down payment assistance programs

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New Hampshire buyers can get down payment help from New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority. Its NHHFA Downpayment & Closing Cost Help offers Up to $15,000. Most programs require using the agency's first mortgage, meeting income limits and completing homebuyer education. Details below come from the official agency site.

By Purchase Mortgage Loan Editorial Team Checked against official sources per our editorial standardsPrograms last verified

What down payment assistance does New Hampshire offer?

ProgramAmountTypeMin. creditFirst-time only?
NHHFA Downpayment & Closing Cost HelpUp to $15,000Deferred-payment loanNot statedSee program

How do I apply for New Hampshire down payment assistance?

  1. Find a participating lender approved by New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority.
  2. Get pre-approved for the agency's first mortgage and confirm you meet income and price limits.
  3. Complete the required homebuyer education course.
  4. Your lender reserves the assistance when you go under contract.

Cities in New Hampshire

ManchesterNashuaConcordDoverRochesterKeenePortsmouthDerryLaconiaLebanon

Other states with verified programs

AlabamaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict Of ColumbiaFloridaIdahoIllinois

Frequently asked questions

NHHFA Downpayment & Closing Cost Help: Up to $15,000.

Most verified programs here target first-time buyers or have eligibility exceptions; check each program's official page.

The agency sets credit requirements with its participating lenders; most require at least a 620–640 score.

Sources

Data last updated October 23, 2026.

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Figures on this page are estimates for educational purposes only and are not a loan offer or commitment to lend. Rates, loan limits, fees and assistance programs change frequently and vary by lender, location and borrower profile. Confirm current terms with a licensed loan officer.