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First-Time Homebuyer & Hometown Heroes

Florida's Hometown Heroes Program provides up to $35,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance for qualifying first-time buyers in community service roles.

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Up to $35,000Down Payment Help0% Deferred30-Year Second
Key Details

Assistance

Up to $35,000

Second Mortgage

0% / 30-Year Deferred

Max DTI

50%

Programs

FHA / VA / Conv

Who Is This For

Who is this loan for?

The Florida Hometown Heroes program by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation provides down payment assistance of up to 5% of the first mortgage (min $10,000, max $35,000) as a 0% non-amortizing 30-year deferred second mortgage.

Healthcare workers, nurses, and medical professionals

School teachers, staff, and education professionals

First responders, firefighters, law enforcement, and public safety workers

Childcare workers, military members, and veterans working for FL-based employers

How It Works
1

Answer a few questions

Tell us about the property and your situation. No documents yet — just a 5-minute conversation online or by phone.

2

Get your pre-approval

Soft credit check, zero score impact. Pre-approval letter sent the same day — usually within the hour.

3

Close on your timeline

Your dedicated loan officer guides you through every step, from rate lock to closing day.

FAQ

Ready to find your rate?

No fees. No commitment. No fine print. Just a clear answer on what you qualify for — today.