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DSHA Launches Expanded Homeownership Programs For First-Time And Repeat Homebuyers

Delaware State Housing Authority | Date Posted: Friday, February 2, 2024

First New Money Tax-Exempt Deal Since 2013 Will Provide $75 Million To Fund Down Payment Assistance Programs and Offer Competitive Mortgage Loan Interest Rates    The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) announced Tuesday new competitive mortgage programs and the relaunch of down payment and closing cost assistance programs that can make the dream of homeownership a […]




The Delaware Tenant Rent Reporting Program Pilot To Close March 2024

Delaware State Housing Authority | Date Posted: Monday, January 29, 2024

Dover, Del. January 29, 2024 – In January 2023, the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) launched the Delaware Tenant Rent Reporting Pilot Program in partnership with Self Financial, Inc. and NeighborGood Partners. This voluntary and free program allows qualified Delaware renters to build their credit by reporting their on-time rent payments to Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion […]




Downtown Development District Program Successes Showcased in 2023 Annual Report and Story Map

Delaware State Housing Authority | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 23, 2024

The Downtown Development Districts Rebate Program (DDD), administered by the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA), is proud to release its Fiscal Year 2023 (FY2023) Annual Report and Story Map.   During FY2023, 63 development projects – 13 large and 50 small projects — were completed, receiving $10.9 million in state funds and leveraging $170 million […]




Delaware Officials Underscore Urgency Regarding Individuals Facing Homelessness Related to Substance Use

Delaware Health and Social Services | Delaware State Housing Authority | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Date Posted: Monday, January 22, 2024

NEW CASTLE (January 22, 2024) – Today, Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long and leaders from the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) along with partner community agencies led a community response briefing to provide the latest information regarding the state’s efforts to support individuals facing homelessness and housing instability related to substance use disorder. […]




DSHA Scales Back Delaware Mortgage Relief Program As Federal Funding Expires

Delaware State Housing Authority | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Homeowners Seeking Financial Assistance Encouraged to Apply Now Dover, Del. January 9, 2024 – The Delaware Mortgage Relief Program, administered by the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA), is no longer accepting new applications for financial assistance to cover delinquent homeowner association fees, homeowner’s insurance, and lot rent fees. Applications for monthly payment assistance will end […]







  Category: Delaware State Housing Authority

DSHA Launches Expanded Homeownership Programs For First-Time And Repeat Homebuyers

Delaware State Housing Authority | Date Posted: Friday, February 2, 2024

First New Money Tax-Exempt Deal Since 2013 Will Provide $75 Million To Fund Down Payment Assistance Programs and Offer Competitive Mortgage Loan Interest Rates    The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) announced Tuesday new competitive mortgage programs and the relaunch of down payment and closing cost assistance programs that can make the dream of homeownership a […]




The Delaware Tenant Rent Reporting Program Pilot To Close March 2024

Delaware State Housing Authority | Date Posted: Monday, January 29, 2024

Dover, Del. January 29, 2024 – In January 2023, the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) launched the Delaware Tenant Rent Reporting Pilot Program in partnership with Self Financial, Inc. and NeighborGood Partners. This voluntary and free program allows qualified Delaware renters to build their credit by reporting their on-time rent payments to Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion […]




Downtown Development District Program Successes Showcased in 2023 Annual Report and Story Map

Delaware State Housing Authority | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 23, 2024

The Downtown Development Districts Rebate Program (DDD), administered by the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA), is proud to release its Fiscal Year 2023 (FY2023) Annual Report and Story Map.   During FY2023, 63 development projects – 13 large and 50 small projects — were completed, receiving $10.9 million in state funds and leveraging $170 million […]




Delaware Officials Underscore Urgency Regarding Individuals Facing Homelessness Related to Substance Use

Delaware Health and Social Services | Delaware State Housing Authority | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Date Posted: Monday, January 22, 2024

NEW CASTLE (January 22, 2024) – Today, Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long and leaders from the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) along with partner community agencies led a community response briefing to provide the latest information regarding the state’s efforts to support individuals facing homelessness and housing instability related to substance use disorder. […]




DSHA Scales Back Delaware Mortgage Relief Program As Federal Funding Expires

Delaware State Housing Authority | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Homeowners Seeking Financial Assistance Encouraged to Apply Now Dover, Del. January 9, 2024 – The Delaware Mortgage Relief Program, administered by the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA), is no longer accepting new applications for financial assistance to cover delinquent homeowner association fees, homeowner’s insurance, and lot rent fees. Applications for monthly payment assistance will end […]