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homeownership journey

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Every family’s path to homeownership is different.

Many families struggle to find the support and resources they need.

That’s where First Story comes in.

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Steps to Become a First Story Homeowner

Step 1:
Check home availability

We are currently accepting applications for the following cities:

Albany

Step 2:
Review Eligibility Requirements

You may be eligible to apply for a First Story home if:

Your total gross annual income is at or below 80% of area median income.

You currently have no negative credit accounts or items in collections.

You currently live or work in the county where the home is being built.

You are a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status (required for applicant(s) only).

You are a first-time home buyer.

Step 3:
Complete Homebuyer Education

Connect with the First Story housing partner serving your area from the list below. Don’t see a housing partner in your area? Email us at info@firststory.org. 

Complete the homebuyer education provided by the housing partner. Please note that connecting with a housing partner and completing homeownership education courses is not a guarantee of housing.

Oregon Housing Partners

ACCESS of Jackson County

Serving Jackson County

DevNW

Serving Lane County

Homes for Good

Serving Lane County

Housing Works

Serving Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson Counties. If you are a Housing Choice Voucher holder interested in applying to First Story with your voucher, please reach out to a Family Self-Sufficiency Coach at Housing Works.

Linn-Benton Housing Authority

Serving Linn and Benton Counties

NeighborImpact

Serving Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs

eHomeAmerica

Serving Linn & Benton Counties

Step 4:
apply for a home

When a home is available in your area you will be notified by the housing partner. At that time, you will receive a mortgage application to complete.

We will review your application and be in touch with next steps. The submittal of an application is not a guarantee of housing.

Questions?

We want to answer them. View answers to popular questions about First Story’s homeownership program here before contacting our team.

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