Delaware First Time Buyers

Delaware First Time Home Buyer Loans for Real People

The biggest step often feels like the hardest. But for Delaware first time home buyers, we simplify everything. Down payment assistance, loan options explained in plain language, and guidance that respects your pace.

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Thousands of families just like yours have found clarity  and confidence with the guidance of a leading  mortgage lender dedicated to their success.

A Different Experience for Delaware First Time Home Buyers

Most lenders treat Delaware first time home buyers like everyone else. We do not. We explain every step, answer every question, and help you access programs designed specifically for first time buyers in Delaware.

What Delaware First Time Home Buyers Need to Know

Start with just 3% down. Delaware first time home buyers have access to programs that make ownership possible without draining your savings. We show you what is available and help you take advantage.

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Our Refinance Rates

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FHA 30 Year Purchase

Accessible Buying
Monthly payment
$2,053.64
Rate Points (cost)
3
(
$10,500
)
Rate
5.800%
APR
5.500%
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Effective date:
2026-03-30

FHA 15 Year Purchase

Need Good Subheading
Monthly payment
$2,915.81
Rate Points (cost)
3
(
$10,500
)
Rate
5.800%
APR
5.500%
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Effective date:
2026-04-04

Rates and APR shown are based on a $350,000 loan amount, 850 credit score, primary residence, single family home, 75% loan to value ratio, and owner occupied property. Payment example assumes no other liens on the property and includes principal and interest only. Taxes, insurance, mortgage insurance, and escrow items are not included and will increase the actual payment. Rates, APR, and points are subject to change without notice and may vary based on credit profile, property type, occupancy, loan to value, loan amount, and other qualifying factors. Not all borrowers will qualify.

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Process

The Delaware First Time Home Buyer Path

01

Get Pre Approved in Minutes

A soft credit check lets Delaware first time home buyers see their true buying power without hurting their score. Know your budget before you start looking.

02

Find the Right Home

With pre approval in hand, you search for homes that fit your life and your budget. As a Delaware first time home buyer, you shop with clarity instead of guesswork.

03

Move Through Closing Smoothly

We handle the paperwork, coordinate the details, and keep things moving. Delaware first time home buyers close faster with our streamlined approach.

04

Unlock Your Front Door

Closing day arrives and you get the keys. As a Delaware first time home buyer, you step into a place that is finally, truly yours.

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Real people. Real challenges. Real mortgage success.

We got engaged and decided buying before the wedding made more sense than renting another year. Matt at Oxford got us into our Seaford home before the ceremony. Walking down the aisle knowing we already owned our first place together made the whole thing even sweeter.

Sara Price

Seaford
,
Delaware

Just married and buying our first home together in Milford felt like the right next step. Marquis at Oxford made it exciting instead of stressful. Walked us through every option, helped us find the right loan, and closing day was one of the best days of our lives. First home as a couple.

Logan Ramos

Milford
,
Delaware

Just started my career and thought I was years away from buying. Maggie at Oxford showed me the numbers on a Smyrna purchase and it was more achievable than I assumed. Low down payment, reasonable rate, and a payment that works on my salary. Maggie helped me start building equity early.

Curtis Garcia

Smyrna
,
Delaware

$60,000 in student debt and I figured homeownership was decades away. David at Oxford showed me how certain loan programs factor debt differently. Bought in Hockessin with a payment that's less than what I was paying in rent. David changed my entire financial timeline.

Christopher Myers

Hockessin
,
Delaware

Between student loans and car payments, saving for a down payment felt like a fantasy. Corey at Oxford showed me options that work with existing debt. Bought my first home in Glasgow and the monthly cost actually fits alongside everything else. Corey made the math work when I thought it couldn't.

Joshua Hughes

Glasgow
,
Delaware

I was embarrassed about my credit score. Christyanne at Oxford treated it like a data point, not a character flaw. Found the right program, got us approved for our first home in Bear, and now every on time mortgage payment is building the credit history I want. Christyanne gave us a fresh start.

Brittany Clark

Bear
,
Delaware

A previous lender told us to wait a year and fix our credit. Charles at Oxford said we qualified now. Different program, different approach. Bought in Middletown two months later and our mortgage history is actually helping our credit improve. Charles saw what another lender wouldn't.

Brandon Jenkins

Middletown
,
Delaware

Our credit wasn't perfect and we were upfront about that. Brock at Oxford didn't flinch. Found a loan program with guidelines that worked for our situation. Bought our first home in Newark and the payment is completely manageable. Brock never made us feel judged. Just found a path forward.

Margaret Myers

Newark
,
Delaware

Honestly expected to get denied. Our situation isn't textbook perfect. Alex at Oxford looked at everything and found a path to owning our first home in Dover. The process wasn't as scary as I'd built it up in my head. Alex turned doubt into house keys.

Charlotte Evans

Dover
,
Delaware

I overthink everything. Buying our first home in Wilmington should have been a nightmare for someone like me. Abigail at Oxford made it manageable by keeping communication constant and expectations clear. Every step was explained before it happened. Turned my anxiety into confidence.

Paloma Bennett

Wilmington
,
Delaware

Your Delaware First Time Home Buyer Story Starts Here

Every Delaware first time home buyer starts somewhere. Start here with a quick look at your buying power and the programs that can help.

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Deposit AssistancE

Worried about the down payment?

Let’s be honest, saving up for a home isn’t easy when rent, groceries, and life keep getting more expensive.

But here’s what most buyers don’t know:
You might already qualify for help.

There are down payment assistance programs, grants, and first-time buyer incentives that could open the door sooner than you think, if you know where to look.

We'll help you find every option available to you, because money shouldn't be the reason you give up on the home you've dreamed of.

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FAQ

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What is a Delaware first time home buyer program?

Delaware first time home buyer programs include loans with low down payments, down payment assistance grants, and tax credits designed to help people buy their first home. Eligibility depends on income, location, and loan type.

What are the benefits of Delaware first time home buyer programs?

Benefits include down payments as low as 3%, assistance with closing costs, access to grants and forgivable loans, and guidance designed specifically for first time buyers.

Can I buy a home in Delaware with no money down?

Some Delaware first time home buyers may qualify for zero down payment loans through USDA or VA programs. Down payment assistance can also cover your required down payment on other loan types.

What income limits apply to Delaware first time home buyer programs?

Some Delaware first time home buyer assistance programs have income limits based on household size and location. We help you determine which programs you are eligible for.

How do I find Delaware first time home buyer assistance?

We help Delaware first time home buyers find state and local assistance programs, grants, and incentives. You may be eligible for help you did not know existed.

What documents does a Delaware first time home buyer need?

You will need pay stubs, tax returns, bank statements, and identification. We provide a simple checklist and guide Delaware first time home buyers through the documentation process.

Can a Delaware first time home buyer use gift money for down payment?

Yes. Delaware first time home buyers can use gift funds from family for their down payment with proper documentation. This is common and accepted across most loan programs.

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