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California Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan Information

02/24/2026 - The registration portal for the opportunity to receive a DFA loan voucher is now open and will close Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. https://calhfa.ca.gov/dream/#nextsteps

Application Portal: https://www.dreamforallvoucher.org/apply

Program Highlights

Offers up to 20% for down payment or closing costs, not to exceed $150,000

Homebuyer must register for a voucher. A randomized drawing will select registrants who will receive the voucher. This will not be first come, first served.

Eligibility

One borrower must be a first-generation homebuyer.

One borrower must be current resident of California.

All borrowers must be first-time homebuyers.

Combined household income must meet CalHFA Income Limits for the county you are purchasing in.

Documents Needed

California Dream For All (DFA) Lender Pre-Approval Letter

Government ID: Passports, driver’s license, state-issued ID, military ID, permanent residence cards, visas or employment authorization documents

Foster care documentation (if applicable): Foster Care Verification Form/Letter or court documents

The DFA Voucher application will require information for both parents of the designated first-generation borrower(s) including:

Name

Date of birth

Date of death (if applicable)

Current address

Proof of parent relationship

Birth Certificate

Adoption papers

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