CalHFA Dream For All

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Dream For All Voucher Registration will be open from February 24 to March 16, 2026. Start preparing now.

We are excited to announce that the Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan program will reopen this February.

Lenders and brokers can begin working with potential borrowers to prepare pre-approval letters and get buyers ready for the random selection process.

Program Highlights

  • Offers up to 20% for down payment or closing costs, not to exceed $150,000

  • Homebuyers must register for a voucher. A randomized drawing will select registrants who will receive the voucher. This will not be first-come, first-served.

Eligibility

Documents Needed

  • California Dream For All (DFA) Lender Pre-Approval Letter

  • Government ID: Passport, driver’s license, state-issued ID, military ID, permanent residence cards, visas, or employment authorization documents

  • Foster care documentation (if applicable): Foster Care Verification Form/Letter or court documents

  • The DFA Voucher application will require information for both parents of the designated first-generation borrower(s) including:

    • Name

    • Date of birth

    • Date of death (if applicable)

    • Current address

  • Proof of parent relationship

    • Birth Certificate

    • Adoption papers

California Housing Finance Agency | www.calhfa.ca.gov

Current Status

Registration will be open from February 24 to March 16, 2026. Start preparing now.

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FAQ- Frequently Asked Questions

  • Schedule a 15-min call with us and we can guide you through the first steps.

  • Before our initial call, you may want to have this list of documents and information available to help answer questions that they will ask you:

    • Pay stubs

    • Bank statements

    • Employment history

    • Previous tax returns

  • Only one occupying first-time borrower on each loan transaction.

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