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Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County

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Our Mission
The Housing Finance Authority's mission is to assure that financing for affordable housing remains available to the residents of Pinellas County.

NEWS & INITIATIVES______________________________________

Free Foreclosure Workshop: Saturday, October 18 in St. Petersburg
Hosted by Pinellas County and the Cities of St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Largo
If you are currently in danger of foreclosure, or think you may be, you are invited to attend a free one-day Foreclosure Prevention Workshop at the Coliseum in St. Petersburg. The Coliseum is located at 535 Fourth Avenue North. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. and the workshop will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. more>>

HFA Meets with Lenders on New 2008-A Homebuyer Program
The Pinellas County Housing Finance Authority (HFA) is planning to kickoff its new 2008-A First Time Homebuyer bond program. Lenders participating in the HFA First Time Homebuyer Program were invited to attend a breakfast meeting on September 9, 2008 with the HFA staff and its professional team members.

First Time Homebuyers The Authority (HFA) is able to assist individuals and families through tax-exempt bonds to provide below market rate loans so income-eligible persons can buy their first home. Official Statements First Time Homebuyers

Down Payment Assistance for First Time Homebuyers

HFA's new HomeTown Heroes Plus program expands homeownership opportunities for essential employees of military, public service, and health organizations who purchase homes in any of the eligible areas.
Down Payment Assistance

First time homebuyers who use one of HFA's Home Key Mortgage Programs to purchase a home may borrow additional funds(up to $15,000) through the Authority's Making Pinellas Home Down Payment Assistance Program.
Down Payment Assistance

Not a First Time Homebuyer?

Through our Target Area Loans, HFA offers higher income limits and purchase price limits for homebuyers who purchase a home in one of the HFA target areas.

Homeowners may be able to prevent foreclosure of their homes through our ongoing Foreclosure Prevention program that helps persons nearing the financial edge to regain their footing.

HFA Assists the Rental Housing Community Home ownership is not for everyone. Whether by circumstance or by choice, many residents continue to need rental housing.

HFA Products Can Help Developers Meet Local Needs

This Authority remains passionately dedicated to providing financing that meets the affordable housing needs of this community. Operation Kickstart, offers interest free builder loans to spur construction in targeted areas; developer loans can help fill financing gaps for multifamily projects, and other loans which can be as specialized as a bridge loan to complete a shelter for the homeless. Call (727) 464-8210 for more information.