CHFA SmartStep & SmartStep Plus (Homebuyer + Repair Financing)
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA)
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs CHFA SmartStep & SmartStep Plus (Homebuyer + Repair Financing) in its Denver, CO research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
CHFA SmartStep is a statewide 30-year fixed mortgage available to first-time buyers, eligible veterans, or buyers in targeted areas, paired with FHA, VA, or USDA loan types. SmartStep Plus adds a zero-interest second mortgage up to $25,000 for down payment and closing costs. Income and purchase price limits apply; CHFA-approved homebuyer education is required. A non-repayable grant option is also available.
Down payment assistance up to $25,000 (or 4% of first mortgage, whichever is less) at 0% interest, deferred until sale or refinance.
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
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- Denver HOST Emergency Home Repair Loan Up to $10,000
- Denver Renter/Homeowner Access Modification Program (RHAMP) Up to $15,000 grant
- Denver Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Grant (HUD-Funded) 100% cost covered (no cap listed)
Key Details
- 30-year fixed rate; works with FHA, VA, and USDA loan types
- Up to $25,000 second mortgage at 0% interest, deferred or grant option
- Available to first-time buyers, veterans, and targeted-area buyers
- Income and purchase price limits apply statewide
- Must complete CHFA-approved homebuyer education class
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for CHFA SmartStep & SmartStep Plus (Homebuyer + Repair Financing) in Denver, CO?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $25,000 down payment assistance. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for CHFA SmartStep & SmartStep Plus (Homebuyer + Repair Financing) in Denver?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It carries a veteran-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for CHFA SmartStep & SmartStep Plus (Homebuyer + Repair Financing) in Denver, CO?
Confirm the application route directly with Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 800-877-2432. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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