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Contact: Taylor Wilkinson, twilkinson@brhabitat.org
Spanish available through translation via English 2 Spanish https://english2spanish.com/ or 541-316-8089.
Website: https://bendredmondhabitat.org/habitat-homeownership/
Communities served: First-generation and first-time homebuyers in Deschutes County, specifically Bend and Redmond.
Eligibility Criteria: Must become an approved applicant, indicate interest in a Habitat property, and be selected to become a homebuyer prior to being matched with an IDA. Must save $2,000 towards closing costs, $1,200 of which is matched through IDA, while in our program which is typically 12 months. More info at https://bendredmondhabitat.org/habitat-homeownership/
Application process: Complete a Habitat homeownership eligibility form. Once you submit your information, you will receive an email with next steps. Our selection process is based on need, ability to pay, willingness to partner. More info at https://bendredmondhabitat.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/QualificationSheet_2025-2026.pdf
Average number of IDAs opened each year, in the 3 most recent years: 6-10
Maximum match per asset: $6,000
Other services provided: Credit and debt reduction workshops; financial coaching
Languages served: Spanish