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Mar 20, 2026
First-Time Home Buyer Utah 2026

First-Time Home Buyer
Utah Guide 2026

Everything you need to know about buying your first home in Utah — programs, down payment assistance, step-by-step process, and expert guidance from Dr. Haws.

3%

Minimum Down Payment (Conventional)

$558K

Median Home Price, Davis County

0.6%

Utah Property Tax Rate (Lowest in West)

30 Days

Average Time to Close in Utah

How to Buy Your First Home in Utah

Dr. Haws' step-by-step guide for first-time buyers

1

Check Your Credit Score

Pull your free credit report at AnnualCreditReport.com. You need 580+ for FHA, 620+ for conventional. Dr. Haws can refer you to credit repair specialists if needed.

2

Get Pre-Approved

Before you look at a single home, get pre-approved with a Utah lender. This tells you exactly what you can afford and makes your offers competitive.

3

Determine Your Budget

Use our mortgage calculator to find your comfortable monthly payment. Remember to include property tax, insurance, HOA fees, and maintenance.

4

Choose Your Neighborhood

Dr. Haws will walk you through every Utah neighborhood — schools, commute times, appreciation history, and future development plans.

5

Make an Offer

In Utah's competitive market, your first offer needs to be strong. Dr. Haws knows exactly how to structure offers that win without overpaying.

6

Inspection & Closing

Dr. Haws manages every detail from inspection to title to keys. Most Utah closings happen in 30–45 days.

Utah First-Time Buyer Programs & Assistance

You may qualify for thousands in down payment assistance — most buyers don't know these programs exist

Down payment assistance up to 6%

Utah Housing Corporation (UHC) FirstHome Loan

30-year fixed rate loan with down payment assistance for first-time buyers. Income and purchase price limits apply.

Only 3.5% down

FHA Loan (Federal Housing Administration)

Only 3.5% down payment required. More lenient credit requirements (580+ score). Great for buyers with limited savings.

0% down payment

USDA Rural Development Loan

Zero down payment for homes in eligible rural areas. Many Utah cities qualify including parts of Weber and Box Elder counties.

0% down, no PMI

VA Home Loan (Veterans)

Zero down payment, no PMI, and competitive rates for veterans and active military. Utah has a large veteran population near Hill AFB.

Up to $20,000 assistance

Utah Down Payment Assistance Program

Utah Housing offers a second mortgage for down payment and closing costs. Can be combined with FHA or conventional loans.

Only 3% down

Conventional 3% Down (Fannie Mae HomeReady)

Only 3% down for buyers at or below 80% of area median income. Lower PMI rates than standard conventional loans.

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