The Handyworker Program provides free minor home repair and home maintenance services consisting of the replacement of leaking faucets, toilets, broken windows and doors, leaking drains, etc. Services are available to income-eligible homeowners in select cities only. These services include accessibility assessments, the construction of wheelchair ramps and special steps, and the installation of grab-bars, handrails, and other assistive equipment. Services are available to income eligible renters and homeowners in select cities only. Other activities include budget counseling, energy conservation and advocacy.
Eligibility is based on the applicant's energy burden and current monthly energy costs.
They have apartments and rental property as well as, opportunities for first time home owners to purchase at reduced rates. The city of San Jose also has a program for low income families that have recently purchased property to do repairs at reduced rates. You must be a first time buyer and purchasing a single family house, townhome, or condominium within the City of Santa Clara. A first time mortgage will be offered through Glendale Federal Bank. Exclusively for this program, Glendale Federal Bank will only charge of one percent in points and waive the standard application fee, resulting in significant cost savings for the homebuyer.