Program Eligibility
First-time homebuyer. (You haven’t owned a home or been on a title within the past three years.)
Permanent resident or citizen of the United States. OR have a valid work visa or ITIN.
Credit score above 620.
Minimum household income of $35,000.
Stable employment for a minimum of two years or self-employed.
No bankruptcies within the last four years.
At least $3,000 in savings.
If you have questions about program eligibility or mortgage readiness preparation, please contact Martha at 503.493.0293 ext. 109.
Interested in Proud Ground Homes?
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Step 1: Complete Intake Form & Attend Information Session
After the Intake Form, you will receive an email for verification. Then, register and attend a virtual or recorded Information Session.
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Step 2: Sign Required Documents Electronically
We use DocuSign, which is easy to use for signing and submission. You also will receive instructions to upload proof of income and a budget.
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Step 3: Meet with a Proud Ground Counselor
After your documents have been reviewed, you will receive an email with a link to schedule your appointment.
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Step 4. Ready to Buy?
When you have found a home you would like to purchase, email your counselor to request an application.
Community Land Trust
Proud Ground is the largest Community Land Trust in the Pacific Northwest. We’ve helped over 650 homeowners purchase affordable homes in Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington, Clark, and Lincoln County.
To learn more, see the Frequently Asked Questions.
Translation Services
To request translation services, contact info@proudground.org or call 503-493-0293. Traduccióno interpretación | Chuyển Ngữ hoặc Phiên Dịch | 翻译或传译| Письменный или устный перевод | Traducere sauInterpretare | Письмовий або усний переклад | 翻訳または通訳 | Turjumida amaFasiraadda | ການແປພາສາ ຫຼື ການອະທິບາຍ| الترجمة التحريرية أو الشفهية | 번역 또는 통역 | Tafsiri ama Eleza| ဘာသာပြန်ခြင်း သို့မဟုတ် စကားပြန်ခြင်း Providing 72 hours’ advanced notice will help to ensure availability.