The Redevelopment Agency of the City of Corona is offering up to 20% of the purchase price not to exceed $75,000 in assistance to low moderate-income first-time homebuyers for down payment and closing costs. Below is a brief summary of the program regulations and minimum requirements for determining whether you qualify to receive assistance from the HOAP Now I program. This information is available at www.coronaHOAPNow.com .

1. First Time Home Buyer: Applicant(s) cannot have owned residential property within the last three years (first-time homebuyer).

2. Eligible Properties: Single family unit, town home or condominiums, or manufactured homes onpermanent foundations. Home must be located in the City of Corona. Home must be in good condition and meet all applicable building codes. Fixer uppers are not eligible.

3. Eligible Home Buyer: Applicant(s) must be a US citizen or have legal residency status.

4. Preference Criteria: Preference will be given to; households displaced as a result of actions by the City, County, State, and Federal governments, households that are buying a foreclosed home not requiring repairs and/or lead-based paint abatement, and residents who live or work in the City at the time of application.

5. Lead-Based Paint: Pre-1978 built homes will be checked and may be tested for lead-based paint. Homes requiring extensive lead-based paint abatement will be ineligible.

6. Income eligibility: HOAP Now I is targeting moderate income households. The gross household income must meet the following minimum and maximum requirements:

In Household 1:  Minimal Required Income $36,120 - Maximum Income $54,200

7. Down Payment, 3%: Applicant must have at least 3% of the purchase price available in funds tocontribute toward the purchase and must have no more than $10,000 in liquid assets remaining after close of escrow. The 3% down payment from the applicant may be a gift provided a notarized letter is submitted stating that this is a gift not a loan. Applicants may contribute more than the 3% down payment if available.