Nevada down payment assistance at a glance
The Nevada Housing Division runs the Home Is Possible programs, which pair first mortgages with down payment assistance through participating lenders.
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Statewide programs
Home Is Possible down payment assistance
Assistance for down payment and closing costs paired with an eligible first mortgage for qualifying buyers.
Home Is Possible for Heroes
Options for eligible veterans, active-duty military, National Guard and Reserve members, and surviving spouses.
Home Is Possible for Teachers
A separate option that has been offered for eligible Nevada teachers.
Mortgage Credit Certificate
A federal tax credit option that has been offered to eligible Nevada buyers.
Regional programs
Additional programs may be available through local housing authorities in Clark and Washoe counties.
Program names, amounts, and eligibility change frequently and funding can pause. Always confirm current terms with a participating lender or the program administrator.
Local and city programs
Buyers in Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Reno, and Sparks may have access to local programs in addition to statewide options.
What Nevada buyers should know
- Many Nevada homes are in HOA communities — include dues in your budget.
- Check whether the assistance is a grant or a forgivable or deferred second loan, since terms differ.
Next step
Matthew Brown is licensed in Nevada and can check which statewide and local programs fit your income, credit, and the home you want to buy.