·        Downpayment assistance in selected areas with initial emphasis on Bethel; later Amelia and Eastern Union Township

·        NSP will appraise the property selected and it must have been foreclosed and vacant for three (3) months, and Purchaser can purchase property up to 15% below appraised value

·        Property closes in buyer’s name and NSP will complete the renovation prior to occupancy

·        Clermont County places a second mortgage on the property which is forgivable after 10-15 years depending on the size of their mortgage.

·        Income guidelines: Eligible for families having income less than 120% of the area median income. (family of four can have an income up to $83,400

·        Eight hours of counseling by HUD approved counselor

·        CONTACT JIM TAYLOR AT NSP AT 732-7904 or jtaylor@co.clermont.oh.us