Homeownership Program
AAAH's Homeownership Program
Provides HUD-certified housing counseling, resources, and support to first-time homebuyers in Oregon. A first-time homebuyer is classified by HUD as anyone who has not owned a home in the last three years. The Homeownership Program empowers future homebuyers to feel confident in their understanding of the homebuying process. Our counselors work with future homeowners to develop strategies that are specific and unique to the client - no matter where they are starting from.
Program Eligibility
AAAH is a HUD-Approved Housing Counseling Agency and an Equal Housing Opportunity organization. Our program is open to the public and all are welcome to apply. Household income may determine eligibility for specific assistance-based services.
Application Options
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Option 1: Fill out the online application below.
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Option 2: If you would prefer a paper application, please call our office so an AAAH staff member can mail one to your address: 503-595-3517. You may also call to schedule a time to complete the application here at the office. Completed paper applications and all required supporting documents may be mailed or hand delivered to:
AAAH
825 NE 20th Ave, Suite 100
Portland, OR 97232
Next Steps
Once you have completed your Application and submitted all required supporting documents, an AAAH staff member will contact you to schedule your first appointment with one of our HUD-Certified Housing Counselors.
Need to complete education for down payment assistance?
AAAH's offers two options to complete the HUD approved 8-hour First-Time Homebuyer Class.
1. In-person:
AAAH's First-Time Homebuyer Class is an 8-hour course that satisfies education requirements for many Down Payment Assistance Loans. The in-person version is $20 and includes a take-home binder of all presentation materials. Sitting is limited, please RSVP to reserve a spot.
2. Online:
The online First-Time Homebuyer Class is offered through eHome America. AAAH clients receive a discount code from their housing counselor which reduces the course fee from $99 to $30 (single) or $198 to $50 (with co-buyer).