For Utah families in these current economic times, the dream of owning a home seems to be moving farther away. With expensive closing costs, a high down payment and other fees, some families don’t have the extra cash to get into a home. That’s when the Community Development Corporation and the Own in Murray program steps in to help.

In 2009, Murray City approved $25,000 from Community Development Block Grant funds to assist people who want to purchase a home in Murray. Qualified applicants received between $5,000 and $7,500 to help cover those extra out-of-pocket costs. For the current fiscal year, $49,000 has been set aside for Murray’s down payment assistant program.

Funding for the program is limited, so applicants are being encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applicants must submit all required documentation, meet eligibility requirements, have a good debt-to-income ratio and meet income requirements depending on the number of family members working and living in the home. A chart listing income eligibility as well as a link to the application packet can be found on the Murray City website at www.murray.utah.gov.

Most down payment assistance loans have a zero percent deferred interest rate and for residents who stay in the home for 15 years, half of the loan is forgiven.

“I think we will be able to do seven loans this year,” Harper said. “If someone is looking to purchase a home, they should contact a Realtor with Zoom Real Estate for more information.”

In addition to the Murray City program, there are programs to help buyers in Utah County, Davis and Salt Lake County.  The money will not last long.  Contact Kris today at 801-792-5040 to learn more.