CalHFA Video Library

Get to know CalHFA and our programs by viewing these helpful videos.

We offer on demand lender training videos to keep lending agents up to speed, program videos for prospective homebuyers and interviews and media appearances.

CalHFA's Most Recent Videos:

CA Dream For All: First-Time Homebuyer vs. First-Generation Homebuyer ThumbnailCA Dream For All: First-Time Homebuyer vs. First-Generation Homebuyer

03/2024 - If you're wondering about the difference between a First-Time Homebuyer and a First-Generation Homebuyer, this video explains it in an easy-to-understand way. For more details and requirements, contact an Approved CalHFA Lender. (02:31)

CA Dream For All: Which CalHFA Loan is Right for You? ThumbnailCA Dream For All: Which CalHFA Loan is Right for You?

03/2024 - If you're a first-time homebuyer looking to understand which CalHFA down payment assistance programs could benefit you, this video is for you! (03:58)

CA Dream For All: What You Can Do Now To Get Ready ThumbnailCA Dream For All: What You Can Do Now To Get Ready

03/2024 - This video will help you get ready for the application process of the Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan Program. (03:13)

CalHFA DFA Lender Training: First-Time Homebuyer vs. First-Generation Homebuyer ThumbnailCalHFA DFA Lender Training: First-Time Homebuyer vs. First-Generation Homebuyer

02/2024 - This video will explain in detail the differences between a first-time homebuyer and a first-generation homebuyer along with guidelines and definitions. (03:47)

How To Use The Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan Program ThumbnailHow To Use The Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan Program

02/2024 - Learn how to use the Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan which offers down payment and/or closing costs assistance for first-generation homebuyers. (3:01)

Phase II: CA Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan Program Training

This training is for CalHFA business partners, including lenders, real estate agents, and housing counseling agencies. The information here will help you to understand the new program guidelines and procedures to educate your clients regarding whether a shared appreciation loan is right for their circumstances and how to apply.

Visit our California Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan page for more information on the program.

The Dream For All Social Media Toolkit provides proposed messaging and visuals to promote the program across all media platforms and acts as a guide to ensure a cohesive look and feel throughout the campaign’s promotional period.


CalHFA ADU Grant Program Video ThumbnailAccessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Grant Program

11/2023 - A description of how your clients can benefit from CalHFA's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Grant Program Program. (1:47)

A Home For Leslie Ann ThumbnailA Home For Leslie Ann

12/2022 - CalHFA recently had the opportunity to chat with recent homebuyer Leslie Ann about the home she purchased in Oakley, CA using the CalHFA Forgivable Equity Builder Loan Program. Leslie Ann is a single mom and a nurse who is also continuing her education to advance her career. As busy as she is, she made time to work with a CalHFA lender and a real estate agent to chart a course to achieve her dream of owning a home. Leslie Ann’s loan officer and Realtor worked together, took the time to understand her needs, and identified strategies and programs that she could combine to make it happen. (01:43)