First Time Homebuyer Programs in District of Columbia

by: Iola Bonggay

The Department of Housing and Community Development, more commonly referred to as DHCD, is a local government agency in the District of Columbia that is primarily responsible for increasing quality housing and community development opportunities.

The DHCH operates with the mission of creating and preserving opportunities for affordable housing and economic development, as well as revitalizing underserved communities in the District of Columbia.

The DHCD offers quite an array of programs that are specially designed to assist homebuyers in procuring a safe and affordable homes for their families. The agency's most notable programs are the following:

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About The Author Iola Bonggay is an editor of TopGovernmentGrants.com one the the most comprehensive Websites offering information on government grants and federal government programs. She also maintains Websites providing resources on environmental grants and grants for youth programs.

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