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From Newsom Supports California's $25 Billion Down Payment Assistance Measure

How could Proposition 37 affect the State of California's housing and financial operations?

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State of California may launch $25 billion down payment assistance program If Proposition 37 is approved, the State of California would implement a $25 billion down payment assistance program for middle-class households. This program would be funded by the state issuing revenue bonds, which are sold to investors. The California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) would then manage the loans, determining the interest rates and payback periods for qualified prospective homebuyers. This represents a significant expansion of the state's role in addressing the housing shortage.

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  • Proposition 37 would allow the state to amass a $25 billion down payment assistance program.aol.com
  • The statewide median price tag for a house is $900,000.aol.com
  • The program would require homes to be new construction.aol.com
  • CalHFA would decide the total amount of bonds to issue and over what period of time.aol.com

Why it matters

The State of California faces a significant housing shortage, estimated to range anywhere from 840,000 to upwards of 3 million homes. The goal of Proposition 37 is to spur new construction by creating demand for eligible homes, which would be limited to houses costing between $1 million and $1.5 million.

Existing down payment assistance programs are relatively small compared to this proposal; for instance, California Dream For All launched several years ago with only $500 million, which is just 2% of the funding involved in Proposition 37. The measure also aims to allow builders to opt into a 'qualified builder' option, protecting them from lawsuits concerning defects for 10 years after construction.

What we don't know yet

  • Will investors be willing to buy the state-issued bonds at affordable rates?
  • What specific interest rates and terms will CalHFA set for the down payment loans?

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Proposition 37 is approved by votersThe State of California must begin the process of issuing revenue bonds and implementing the $25 billion program.
The Legislative Analyst’s Office raises concerns about bond market viabilityThe State of California may need to adjust the funding mechanism or scale of the program.

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