The following are the maximum Homeownership Program Sales Prices for eligibility purposes for new construction and existing (resale) homes.

"Sales Price" for purposes of eligibility, refers to the total contract sales price (acquisition cost*) as shown on the settlement statement (HUD-1) of acquiring a residence from the seller as a completed unit, expenses paid by the borrower on behalf of the seller, and any liens or assessments to which the home is subject.

*"Acquisition Cost" means the cost of acquiring a residence from the seller as a completed unit. The term does not include usual and reasonable settlement or financing costs. It does include the amount of any lien or assessment to which the home is subject.

Current Sales Price Limits

CalHFA does not lend money directly to consumers. CalHFA works through and uses approved private lenders to qualify consumers and to make all mortgage loans. CalHFA purchases closed loans that meet CalHFA's requirements. The fees consumers pay could be different depending on the lender and the program.