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    Charles County First-Time Buyer Help & Down Payment Assistance

    Charles County buyers in Waldorf, La Plata, and surrounding areas may use Maryland state programs and federal loan products to buy with less money down.

    Last updated: September 1, 2026

    Programs that may apply in Charles County

    Maryland Mortgage Program

    Statewide DPA layered on a 30-year fixed mortgage.

    USDA Rural Development

    0% down loans for eligible properties in qualifying Charles County areas.

    FHA / VA

    Low-down loan products often used by first-time and veteran buyers in Charles County.

    Common buyer scenarios

    • ● Veteran in Waldorf using VA + DPA
    • ● First-time buyer in La Plata combining MMP with closing-cost help

    Charles County buyer questions

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