Application Process

Prior to beginning the application process, please complete an online intake form.

There are three ways to apply to the PHOS program: Closing Cost Reduction Program (CCRP Only), Forgivable Loan (FL) with CCRP and FL Only.  Please click on the appropriate link below to access the application form.

Click here for CCRP only.

Click here for CCRP and FL.

Submit the Application Form with the following:

The following documents must be submitted to the Penn Home Ownership Services Office within 15 business days after your Application is submitted so that we may continue to process your mortgage:

• 2 Most Recent pay stubs, reflecting 30 Day’s YTD for all borrowers
• 2 Years Most Recent W2s or 1099s for all borrowers
• 2 Years Most Recent Federal Income Tax Returns (self employed/interest income) (including all schedules)
• 2 most recent monthly bank statements
• For investment real estate, evidence of ownership and copies of all current leases (to document rental income)
• Fully signed PHOS Application
• $100 non-refundable Application Fee
• Credit report and scores from all three credit reporting agencies

Receive Pre-Approval Letter

The Penn Home Ownership Program Manager will review your credit report, and income and asset documentation, Pre-Approval is at the discretion of PHOS. If you meet all program requirements, a Pre-Approval letter will be issued, listing all remaining pieces of documentation needed for your file.

Obtain a Pre-Approval

Select one of Penn Home Ownership Services preferred lenders:

• Guaranteed Rate
• Trident Mortgage
• Wells Fargo

Provide your Pre-Approval letter from PHOS to your selected lender and request a lender's pre-approval that will tell you how much home you can afford.

Send your lender's contact information to Penn Home Ownership Services

Identify a Realtor

Shop around for a realtor that you find agreeable

Provide a both copies of  the pre-approval letter to your realtor

You are now ready to look for a home!