Major Disaster Declarations in California and CalHFA Single Family Loan Programs

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) periodically announces Presidentially-declared Major Disasters in California on their website with the mission of helping people, before, during and after disasters.

How are CalHFA Single Family Loan Programs designed to help?

Borrowers whose home was destroyed or declared uninhabitable by a California major disaster within one (1) year of the declaration date may apply for the CalHFA FHA first mortgage program with the 203(h) option that offers 100% financing. In addition, borrowers can also include the MyHome Assistance Program to pay for additional down payment or closing cost without having to be a first-time homebuyer. See program handbook for details. 

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News & Updates

Dates for October Lender Training have been posted


Latest Bulletins

Program Bulletin #2025-09 - Updated CalHFA Borrower Affidavit and Certification

Program Bulletin #2025-08 - New CalHFA Refinance Programs

Program Bulletin #2025-07 - Update to Rate Lock Policy


Latest eNews Announcements

Enews 09/25/2025 - California Housing Finance Agency celebrates its 50th anniversary

Enews 09/19/2025 - CalHFA welcomes Tony Sertich as its new Executive Director

Enews 08/18/2025 - CalHFA helps thousands of Californians find a home

eNews announcements can be found on our Archived Page