Habitat Homebuyer Application process
All applicants must submit documents as a part of the process. Please review the checklist for a full list of items required.
Picture Identification
Every member of the household over the age of 18 must submit a colored copy of their picture ID.
Tax Forms
If anyone on your application is self-employed, you will need to submit two years of tax information.
Employment Verification
Applicants must provide a letter from all current employers that states their hire date, wage, and hours worked weekly.
Example Letter from Employer
Work Number Employment Verification Form
Work Number Employment Verification (example)
Verification of Income
Every family member over the age of 18 that is employed must submit 4 months (16 weeks) of their most recent pay stubs. Any adults in your household without income must fill out a zero income verification form, below.
Example Paystub Paperwork
Example 2 Paystub Paperwork
No Income Verification
Income from Assistance
All assistance that is received by members of the household must be documented. This includes MFIP, SSI, SSDI, RSDI and Disability.
Verification of Other Income
If any member of the household receives alimony, child support, or regular income received from parents or relatives, please provide the following two items.
- Most recent 6-month history of payments
- A notarized letter (or similar agreement) to verify how much you receive and how often you receive the payments
Habitat Release Forms
You must sign and fill out the following release and informational forms.
Replacement Documents
Review this helpful information to find out where to go to obtain tax return or transcript documents, proof of cash assistance, updated identification materials, or social security documentation.
To submit an application, return to your portal and click on the Submit Program Application button. Applications must be submitted through scheduled appointments with staff. We will not accept applications that are incomplete, mailed, dropped off, or faxed. For questions, email us at apply@tchabitat.org.