MaineHousing

Maine Business Wire reported on MaineHousing on October 1, 2026.

What we have reported

1. October 1, 2026

   Maine Programs Offer Up to $10,000 in Down-Payment Help Amid Housing Squeeze

   MaineHousing's First Gen program is for buyers who never lived in a home their parents or guardians owned, or who spent time in foster care; it provides $10,000 toward a down payment and closing costs plus a lower rate on the First Home Loan.

   First Home Loan Rate

   About 5.5% as of May 21

   First Home Loan Borrowers

   More than 55,000

   First Gen Assistance

   $10,000

   Bangor Income Limit (1-2 People)

   $103,400