Idaho
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Begin your
homeownership journey
Idaho
Every family’s path to homeownership is different.
Many families struggle to find the support and resources they need.
That’s where First Story comes in.
4
Steps to Become a First Story Homeowner
Step 1:
Check home availability
Caldwell
Step 2:
Review Eligibility Requirements
Your total gross annual income is at or below 80% of area median income.
You currently have no negative credit accounts or items in collections.
You currently live or work in the county where the home is being built.
You are a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status (required for applicant(s) only).
You are a first-time home buyer.
Step 3:
Complete Homebuyer Education
Connect with the First Story housing partner serving your area from the list below. Don’t see a housing partner in your area? Email us at info@firststory.org.
Complete the homebuyer education provided by the housing partner. Please note that connecting with a housing partner and completing homeownership education courses is not a guarantee of housing.
Step 4:
apply for a home
When a home is available in your area, First Story will notify its housing partner(s) and make a general announcement to the community. At that time, qualification information and directions for completing the home buyer education requirement will be available with our housing partners or by reaching out to info@firststory.org.
First Story is a fair housing lender. Completed applications are reviewed in the order they are received.
Questions?
We want to answer them. View answers to popular questions about First Story’s homeownership program here before contacting our team.
123 families served

100% earn less than 80% of area median income

100% are first-time homebuyers

123 families served

100% earn less than 80% of area median income

100% are first-time homebuyers

80% are the first in their families to ever own a home

30% identify as Latino or Black

20% are households with children who have disabilities

80% are the first in their families to ever own a home

23% identify as a member of the Latino or Black community

25% are households with disabilities
