DHCD to expand down‑payment aid and launch critical‑workers program

Apr 22, 2026

DHCD told the committee it doubled Pathway to Purchase down-payment assistance from $25,000 to $50,000 and plans two new programs: a Homeownership Equity program (up to $30,000 for properties inside the Beltway) and a Critical Workers Housing program (up to $50,000 loans for police, nurses, teachers and other essential county workers).

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DHCD officials described program-level changes intended to boost homeownership and support essential workers.

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