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Funds AvailableBox Elder, Cache, RichDeferred Loan

BRAG First Time Home Buyer

Bear River Association of Governments

$3,000
Maximum Assistance
80%
AMI Income Limit

Program Summary

Up to $2,500 (or $3,000 with early workshop completion) as 0% deferred loan. Repaid on sale, refinance, rental, or title transfer. No monthly payments.

Eligibility Requirements

Location
Property must be in Box Elder or Cache or Rich
Buyer Type
First-time buyers only (no home ownership in past 3 years)
Income Limit
Household income must not exceed 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) for your county and household size.
Primary Residence
Must be your primary residence (not investment property)
Homebuyer Education
Completion of a HUD-approved homebuyer education course is required

How to Apply

1) Complete USU homebuyer education workshop (call 435-797-7224). 2) Get mortgage pre-approval. 3) Submit income docs and BRAG application. 4) Find home. 5) Funds provided at closing.

Required Documents

  • Federal tax return (current year)
  • Income verification from mortgage application
  • Signed BRAG application
  • BRAG tracking form
  • Mortgage application copy
  • Earnest money agreement
  • Photo of home
  • Verification of home age

Contact Information

435-752-7242 | jeffk@brag.utah.gov
Official Website

Last verified: 2026-01-08

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