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homeownership journey

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First Story collaborates with builder Hayden Homes, Simplicity Homes, and in-kind partners to construct or fully refurbish homes.

The homes are then sold to individuals and families earning 80 percent of area median income or below through First Story's innovative loan program, which provides loans at zero-down, zero-percent interest for 30 years.


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Steps to Become a First Story Homeowner

Step 1:
Check home availability

We are not currently accepting applications.

Check back soon. Information will be updated as soon as it is available.

Please do not email us about availability.

Step 2:
Review Eligibility Requirements

You may be eligible to apply for a First Story home if:

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. Email certificate of completion to info@firststory.org. Please note that connecting with a housing partner and completing homeownership education courses is not a guarantee of housing.

Washington Housing Partners

Community Frameworks

Serving all residents applying for homes in the State of Washington.

Step 4:
apply for a home

Once First Story has received your Homebuyer Education Certificate of Completion, we will email you the First Story affordable home loan mortgage application.

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.

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