Homebuyer Dream Program

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We are happy to announce that this year’s round of funding for the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York’s (FHLBNY) Homebuyer Dream Program^TM began on May 3^rd, 2021. Funding provided by the FHLBNY is limited and will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. Complete the form below or contact a Five Star Bank Mortgage Loan Originator for more information.

Program Details

• Receive up to $9,500 to fund your downpayment and/or closing costs
• Get up to $500 towards a homeownership counseling program

To qualify

• Individual must be a first-time homebuyer as defined by the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development
• Household must have a total household income of 80% or below of the Area Median Income for the county in which the household is purchasing
• Have an executed purchase and sales contract prior to the funding reservation request
• Have a minimum of $1,000 equity contribution toward the purchase of the home
  
• Homebuyer must complete a homeownership counseling program prior to the funding reservation request
• Homebuyer must commit to 5-year retention period