Are you dreaming of owning your first home but struggling to overcome the financial obstacles? The First Home Finance and Subsidy Assistance might be the key to turning your dream into reality. First Home Finance provides a crucial financial boost for first-time homebuyers, making homeownership more accessible and affordable.
How does First Home Finance work?
First Home Finance assists eligible first-time buyers in several impactful ways:
- Funding Support: It contributes towards purchasing your first residential property,whether it's a home, vacant serviced land, or a construction project in a formal town. Note: Commercial properties are not covered.
- Bridging Finance Gaps: It can cover shortfalls, such as using the subsidy as a deposit tobridge the gap between the approved home loan amount and the purchase price.
- Reducing Monthly Payments: The subsidy can be applied to reduce your initial homeloan amount, making your monthly instalments more manageable.
- Covering Additional Costs: First Home Finance funds can be used to cover various feesand costs, including charges or attorney fees like transfer and/or bond registrationexpenses.
Eligibility for First Home Finance
To qualify for First Home Finance, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Gross combined household income ranges from R3,501 to R22,000 per month.
- South African citizenship or permanent residency.
- First-time recipients of a government housing subsidy.
- Status as married, cohabiting, or single with financial dependents.
- Aged 18 or older and without prior ownership of a fixed residential property.
Subsidy amounts
The amount of subsidy an applicant may receive ranges from R30,000 to R130,505, varying according to the gross combined household income. It's essential to declare all income types when applying.
Further assistance
For those considering the path to homeownership, additional information and assistance are readily available. Don't hesitate to reach out to our Sales Department for guidance on navigating the First Home Finance application process. Doing so is the first significant step towards owning your home.
