March 9, 2026 | Bulletin #26-07

A free virtual workshop on March 19 from 7:00–8:00 PM (PT) will help prospective homebuyers learn how to access significant financial assistance through the ReCoverCA Homebuyer Assistance Program supporting households that were living in areas affected by the 2017 California wildfires and 2018 California wildfires.

The online workshop will provide an overview of the program and explain how eligible households may receive up to $350,000 in assistance for down payment and closing costs to purchase a home in areas with lower wildfire risk.

Prospective applicants will learn how the program works, eligibility requirements, and the steps needed to apply. Community partners, real estate professionals, and organizations serving wildfire-impacted communities are encouraged to share the event with potential applicants.

Workshop Details

📅 Date: March 19, 2026

🕖 Time: 7:00–8:00 PM (PT)

💻 Format: Virtual / Live Online

👉 Register at: https://qrco.de/bgfVGa

Topics Covered During the Workshop

• Overview of the ReCoverCA Homebuyer Assistance funding for 2017 and 2018 fire recovery
• Eligible disaster areas and residency requirements
• Income and property purchase requirements
• Assistance structure and loan process
• Application steps and next actions
• Live Q&A with program representatives

Who Should Attend

• Residents who were renters or homeowners living in a High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone during the 2017 or 2018 wildfires
• Wildfire recovery agencies and community organizations
• Real estate professionals
• Residential service providers
• Fire departments
• Members of the media

Eligible households may qualify for substantial homebuyer assistance designed to help families relocate to areas that are safer from future wildfire risk while achieving homeownership.

The ReCoverCA Homebuyer Assistance (DR-HBA) Program is provided by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) in collaboration with GSFA as Program Manager. Funding for the Program is made possible through a Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) grant from HUD. For more information, visit www.gsfahome.org/recoverca-hba.

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This is not an offer for extension of credit nor a commitment to lend and is subject to change without notice. Complete program policies, eligibility requirements, loan applications, interest rates and annual percentage rates (APRs) are available through GSFA Participating Lenders.

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