You weren’t selected right away but you’re still in the game.

If selected buyers don’t move forward or don’t use their voucher in time, spots can open up. When that happens, CalHFA will pull from the waitlist.

There’s no exact timeline or guarantee, but movement does happen.

​That’s why it’s important to stay ready because if your name comes up, you won’t have much time to act.​

The goal right now is simple: stay ready so you can move quickly if your name is called.

Here’s what that means:
🔹Make sure your income, credit, and overall file are solid
🔹Avoid making big financial changes (new debt, large purchases, job switches)
🔹Stay connected so you don’t miss updates or opportunities
🔹Start thinking about your homebuying plan so you’re not starting from scratch later

​​If your situation changes or isn’t fully dialed in yet, now is the time to clean that up.

Don’t put everything on hold waiting for the waitlist.

While you stay in position for Dream For All, it’s smart to explore other paths to homeownership at the same time.

There are other programs and strategies that can help you buy—some people don’t realize they already qualify for options right now.

This way:
🔹If your name gets called → you’re ready
🔹If it doesn’t → you’re still moving forward

​Either way, you’re not stuck waiting.
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​See alternative programs here.