The Workforce Initiative Subsidy for Homeownership (WISH) Program is now open and accepting Applications
Assistance for first time homebuyers: 4 to 1 matching grant. The WISH Program (Workforce Initiative Subsidy for Homeownership) promotes homeownership opportunities!
- 4 to 1 Matching Grant
- After 5 years 100% of grant is forgiven if buyer remains living in the property
- $29,000 maximum match per household
- Must be a first-time homebuyer
- Must be at 80% median income limits
- Subject to availability of funds
Example of how the 4 to 1 matching grant works:
Amount of money borrower has in savings and contributes to purchase: $7,250
Amount of money WISH matches (4 to 1): $29,000
Total money for home purchase: $36,250
2022 WISH Limits
80% of Area Median Income for Orange County (will vary by county)
(subject to change)
| Household Size | Income |
|---|---|
| 1 | $80,400 |
| 2 | $91,850 |
| 3 | $103,350 |
| 4 | $114,800 |
| 5 | $124,000 |
| 6 | $133,200 |
| 7 | $142,400 |
| 8 | $151,550 |
Eligible Areas
- Orange County (2023 WISH Flyer - OC)
- Los Angeles County (2023 WISH Flyer - LA County)
- Riverside County (2023 WISH Flyer - Riverside County)
- San Bernardino County (2023 WISH Flyer - San Bernardino)
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