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Home loans for veterans and military in Texas

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Veterans and military in Texas can use Homes for Texas Heroes from Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation, which offers Down payment and closing cost assistance up to 5% of the loan amount. You can combine it with standard FHA, conventional or VA financing; eligibility, income limits and funding are set by the agency.

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What is Homes for Texas Heroes?

Fixed-rate mortgages with down payment assistance for eligible educators, police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, corrections officers and veterans — first-time and repeat buyers. Assistance is a grant or a second lien forgiven after three years.

Official page (verified October 23, 2026): Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation

Frequently asked questions

Down payment and closing cost assistance up to 5% of the loan amount. Fixed-rate mortgages with down payment assistance for eligible educators, police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, corrections officers and veterans — first-time and repeat buyers. Assistance is a grant or a second lien forgiven after three years.

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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.