Texas Programs

Government Grants & Incentives for Real Estate Investors in Dallas

Dallas-Fort Worth's explosive population growth has created tremendous demand for affordable housing. TDHCA's LIHTC allocations favor DFW developments, and the city's numerous TIF districts provide additional incentives for community-minded investors.

42 designated tracts
Opportunity Zones
$1,404
Section 8 (2-BR)
LIHTC
Tax Credits Available
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Local Programs

State Housing Finance Agency

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA)

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Public Housing Authority

Dallas Housing Authority

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Local Programs

Dallas Government Incentive Programs

These programs are available specifically to investors and developers in the Dallas, TX market.

Dallas TIF Districts

Tax increment financing districts in southern Dallas and other underserved areas providing incentives for housing and mixed-use development.

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TDHCA Multifamily Programs

Both 9% competitive and 4% non-competitive LIHTC credits available for qualified Dallas-area developments.

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Dallas Neighborhood Plus

City program targeting reinvestment in historically disinvested neighborhoods with housing incentives and infrastructure upgrades.

North Texas HFC Mortgage Revenue Bonds

Bond financing for affordable multifamily projects through the North Texas Housing Finance Corporation.

LIHTC Tax Credits in Texas

Low-Income Housing Tax Credits are the largest source of affordable housing financing in the U.S. In Texas, credits are allocated by TDHCA.

How LIHTC Works

  • Dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit over 10 years
  • 9% competitive credits for new construction
  • 4% credits paired with tax-exempt bonds
  • 15-year compliance period for affordable rents

Texas Allocator

Credits are allocated by TDHCA through their Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), which outlines scoring criteria and priorities.

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Investor Tips

Why Invest in Dallas?

DFW metro is growing by 100,000+ residents per year

Southern Dallas Opportunity Zones offer some of the highest appreciation potential

TDHCA QAP scoring favors projects in high-need areas like South Dallas

No state income tax boosts returns on all investment types

Finance Government-Incentivized Properties in Dallas

FundNow Capital provides DSCR loans, bridge financing, and portfolio loans that complement government incentive programs in Dallas.

DSCR Loans

Qualify using Section 8 rental income — government-backed rents strengthen your DSCR ratio.

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Bridge Loans

Short-term financing to acquire and stabilize properties before permanent LIHTC or agency financing.

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Portfolio Loans

Finance multiple properties in Dallas's Opportunity Zones under a single loan structure.

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