How much house can you afford in Kentucky with down payment assistance?

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The short answer: In Kentucky, the KHC Regular Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) (repayable second loan) provides assistance toward your down payment or closing costs. Paired with the FHA 31%/43% debt-to-income guidelines lenders use, this calculator shows how much house you can afford in Kentucky — with that assistance factored in.

Kentucky down payment assistance program

KHC Regular Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP)
Repayable second loan · Kentucky
Assistance toward your down payment or closing costs

The KHC Regular Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) is Kentucky's flagship statewide down payment assistance, administered by the state housing finance agency (repayable second loan). Current amounts, income limits and credit requirements are set by the agency — confirm them on the official program page. Cities and counties in Kentucky often add their own programs on top.

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Kentucky DPA — common questions

What down payment assistance is available in Kentucky?

Kentucky's main statewide option is the KHC Regular Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) — repayable second loan administered by the state housing finance agency. Many cities and counties in Kentucky add their own programs on top, so it is worth checking all three levels.

How much house can I afford in Kentucky with assistance?

It depends on your income, debts and credit. The calculator applies the FHA 31%/43% debt-to-income rule to estimate your price, then shows how much of your down-payment gap Kentucky assistance could cover. Most buyers pair it with a 3% conventional or 3.5% FHA down payment.

What credit score do I need for Kentucky down payment assistance?

Many state programs set a 620 minimum credit score alongside income limits based on area median income. Exact requirements are set by the agency — verify current terms on the official KHC Regular Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) page before applying.

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