First Time Home Buyers Utah County

First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Utah Most Buyers Miss

January 01, 20261 min read

A common Google question is:
“Are there first-time homebuyer programs in Utah?”

Yes — and many buyers miss them entirely.

Utah Offers Real Buyer Assistance

Programs may include:

  • Down payment assistance

  • Deferred loans

  • Special programs for veterans and first responders

Eligibility depends on:

  • Income

  • Purchase price

  • Location

  • Lender participation

👉 Start with our buyer education hub:
Buying Utah Homes

Why Lender Choice Matters

Not all lenders offer all programs.
A local lender + local agent combo makes a huge difference.

We help connect buyers to lenders who actually know Utah programs.


FAQs: Utah First-Time Buyer Help

Do I have to be a first-time buyer forever?
No — typically it means you haven’t owned in the last 3 years.

Can I combine programs?
Sometimes yes. It depends on the loan and program rules.

Do these programs work with new construction?
Some do — some don’t. Always check before signing.

📍 Have questions? Contact us directly through Google

Cory Salisbury, Realtor covering the Wasatch Front in Utah.

Cory Salisbury

Cory Salisbury, Realtor covering the Wasatch Front in Utah.

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