:)  Ask other area investors which banks are good to work with.If you think you might buy most of that $6,000 in materials from one store, you might ask around at the stores in your area (Home Depot, Lowe's, possibly Menards) to see if they have some kind of volume discount or contractor program. 

Daniel, we are able to access many lenders that offer all kinds of programs regardless of amount. 

Has anyone heard of the Home Purchase Program (HPP)? 

It was great that it movitated me, I learned a few new things and I met some great people but I didn't take on their other programs that they offered.

If you are able to HELOC your current home or are willing to move, that may open up opportunities when it comes to down payment options as well as different loan programs.

Does anyone know if I’ll be able purchase a home using a conventional loan or first time home buyers program?

I also see that Illinois won't be getting rid of this voucher program anytime soon, in fact, it's growing yearly. 

Nicely done under the circumstances, may I ask why you didn't get any first time home buyer programs/grants?

In other words, landlords are expected to be a player in social benefit programs involuntarily.

I had a few different issues with them when enrolling in their Epay program.