Home Buyer Resources

Fannie Mae $2,500 Down Payment Assistance

Offered as part of Fannie Mae's HomeReady product as an ideal mortgage solution for first-time homebuyers.
Eligible for loans purchased on or after March 1, 2024, through February 28, 2026.
Borrowers with a qualifying income of less than or equal to 50% of the applicable area median income of the subject property's location are eligible.
Can be applied towards down payment and closing costs including escrows and mortgage insurance premiums.
Borrower will receive a 1099 MISC for the year in which the credit was given, please consult with your tax preparer for income tax implications.

FHLBC Down Payment Assistance

National Exchange Bank & Trust partners with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBC) to provide borrowers with down payment assistance.
No interest is charged and the grant is forgivable over a 5-year period.
For more information on down payment assistance, first-time homebuyer programs and to see if you qualify, contact us.

Other Down Payment Assistance Programs

Fannie Mae offers a down payment assistance search tool where borrowers can search based on their location, purchase price and other factors.
Use the link below to enter your information and see what you may qualify for.

Down Payment Assistance Search Tool

Did You Know?

After your credit is pulled, credit reporting companies are permitted to include your name on lists for firm offers of credit or insurance. It may be confusing to determine what are legitimate requests.

OptOutPrescreen.com is a centralized service to accept and process requests from consumers to “Opt-Out” of firm offers of credit or insurance.

OptOutPrescreen.com

Resources for Your Home Buying Journey

Home Buyer’s Guide

We understand that buying a home is an exciting and sometimes daunting prospect. Check out this roadmap infographic on the home buying process, and feel free to contact one of our lenders to simply ask questions. We are here to support you throughout your home buying process.

Mortgage Closing Checklist

Use this simple checklist to help you prepare for closing. Keep in mind that homebuyers can be the target of fraud, so it is important to make sure all communications are with your trusted representatives, not an impersonator. Being informed and prepared for closing may help you avoid being a victim of fraud.

Save More with a 5/1 Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM)

...and Even More with Autopay!

Looking for a mortgage that fits your short-term goals? A 5/1 ARM offers a lower fixed rate for the first five years, giving you the flexibility to plan for what's next.

Bundle and Save: Set up a checking account with autopay for your loan and you may qualify for an additional discount - more savings, automatically.

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