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Who Earns Up to R$ 12 Thousand Has the Right to Government Assistance Through My House, My Life. See How Tier 4 Works and Who Can Participate.
The federal government has expanded the reach of the My House, My Life (MCMV) program to include the so-called Tier 4, aimed at middle-class families earning up to R$ 12 thousand per month. The measure acts as government assistance within housing policy and aims to facilitate the purchase of a home in a market marked by high interest rates.
Despite the interest, the numbers show that the initial uptake is below expectations. According to information from Caixa Econômica Federal, since the launch of this modality in May of this year, around 7,000 contracts have been signed, just 5.8% of the official target, which forecasts 120,000 homes.
How Tier 4 of My House, My Life Works
Tier 4 was designed to meet families with a monthly income of up to R$ 12 thousand interested in properties worth up to R$ 500 thousand. Among the conditions offered are:
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- Financing for up to 420 months (35 years);
- Fixed interest rates of 10% per year, below the market average, which reaches 13% per year;
- Budget of R$ 30 billion allocated for the tier, with resources from the Social Fund of Pré-Sal and Caixa.
This model aims to make housing credit more accessible for the middle class, which previously found itself out of reach of the program’s traditional tiers.
Uptake Below Target
Even with the differentiated conditions, the uptake is still considered low. Only 7 thousand contracts have been formalized so far, but there are more than 15 thousand negotiations in progress and 1 million simulations conducted.
The numbers indicate that interest exists, but there are bottlenecks that need to be resolved for the program to reach its full potential.
Obstacles Identified by the Sector
According to the Brazilian Chamber of Construction Industry (CBIC), one of the main barriers is the lack of new properties compatible with the program’s rules. The sector was not fully prepared to absorb the demand, even though the measure was well received initially.
Another issue is the difficulty in financing for construction companies. According to specialists, without attractive credit lines, many companies cannot offer properties at competitive prices.
Economic and Social Impact
The available budget of R$ 30 billion is expected to be fully utilized by the end of 2026, according to government estimates. The measure is considered part of a social inclusion policy, as it allows middle-class families to access more favorable financing conditions.
Besides directly benefiting buyers, Tier 4 can stimulate the construction sector, generate jobs, and boost the economy.
Who Can Participate
To access the benefit, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Have a gross monthly family income of up to R$ 12 thousand;
- Choose a property worth a maximum of R$ 500 thousand;
- Contract the financing directly with Caixa Econômica Federal.
There are no restrictions related to registration in government social records, as occurs in the lower-income tiers.
Expectations for the Coming Years
The government is counting on adjustments to the program to increase participation. The expectation is that, with a greater supply of compatible properties and better credit conditions for builders, the number of contracts will grow significantly in 2025 and 2026.
According to industry specialists, the initiative can represent an important change in access to housing in Brazil, reaching an audience that until now depended only on traditional mortgage credit lines.
Tier 4 of My House, My Life expands the program’s reach and ensures that those earning up to R$ 12 thousand have the right to government assistance to acquire their own home. Despite the initial uptake being below expectations, the policy has the potential to benefit thousands of families and energize the Brazilian real estate market in the coming years.
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