Harford County Hometown Heroes
- Downpayment & Closing Cost Assistance
- Harford County
Summary
The Harford County Department of Housing & Community Development administers the Hometown Heroes program that provides down payment assistance to first-time homebuyers. This program is designed to encourage Harford County residents serving the public to consider homeownership in existing residential communities. Eligible families may qualify for settlement expense loans of up to $5,000.
Eligibility Requirements
- The applicant(s) must be a first-time homebuyer.The applicant(s) must meet household income and purchase price limits.
- The property must be located in Harford County.
- The applicant(s) must occupy the home as their primary residence.
- The applicant(s) must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid social security number.
- The applicant(s) must be a full time employee of one of the following:
- Harford County Sheriff’s Office
- Harford County Public Schools
- Harford County Government
- Harford County Fire and EMS Foundation
- The applicant(s) must complete a free homebuyer eduction course offered through Harford County.
Contact Information
Harford County Office of Community and Economic Development
15 S Main Street, Suite 106
Bel Air, MD 21014
Phone: 410-638-3045
Email: oced@harfordcountymd.gov