Is there any financial aid for buying a home?
Is there any financial aid for buying a home to house my family and my parents, who need me to care for them? My parents own their own home and I rent an apartment with my four children. My parents are going to be needing more care than what I can give them living seperately. I am thinking about buying a home with an in-law apartment so that we both can still have our privacy but be close enough to be more helpful. Is there any kind of financial aid for buying such a home as we both have limited income? I am a stay-at-home mom and live on alimony/child support and my parents get Social Security disability.
Expert Answer
Your idea makes so much sense, and it's something many families consider or actually do. I do not know of any financial aid to help you buy a house. Some brokers (and housing agencies) offer low-interest home loans for people with disabilities. (Legitimate loans.) Your parents should talk to banks and mortgage agencies in their area about this possibility. It's also a good idea to check with their local governmental (city or county) housing agency about housing programs for people with disabilities. Government assistance is almost always for renting not buying, and income-based. To qualify, you or your parents would need to meet low-income standards. (Which you may.) You can also check with local disability organizations in your parents' area for housing programs. This takes effort, but is worthwhile, as many programs are offered on the local level. Good luck with your efforts.