HomeStart Assist
Forgivable loanLouisiana Housing Corporation (LHC)
- Amount
- 4% of the first mortgage
- First-time buyer
- Required
- Status
- Offered
Last checked Oct 19, 2026 · Official source (opens in new tab) ↗
Louisiana Down Payment Assistance Programs
3 statewide down payment assistance programs from Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC): 3 forgivable loans. Every listing links to the official page and shows when we last checked it.
Most state programs are used together with the agency's own first mortgage through a participating lender, and income and price limits usually vary by county and household size. City and county programs are not listed yet.
Statewide programs
HomeStart Advantage
Forgivable loanLouisiana Housing Corporation (LHC)
- Amount
- 4% of the first mortgage
- First-time buyer
- Not required (may not own another residence at closing)
- Status
- Offered
Last checked Oct 19, 2026 · Official source (opens in new tab) ↗
HomeStart Plus
Forgivable loanLouisiana Housing Corporation (LHC)
- Amount
- Up to 20% of the purchase price (up to $55,000) plus up to $5,000 closing cost assistance
- First-time buyer
- Required
- Status
- Offered
Last checked Oct 19, 2026 · Official source (opens in new tab) ↗