Home Town Heroes Down Payment Assistance 2025

Program Highlights: The Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program provides down payment and closing cost assistance to income-qualified, first-time homebuyers who are employed full-time (35+ hours per week) in Florida. Here’s what the program offers: Up to 5% of your total loan (not purchase price) amount (minimum of $10,000 and a maximum of $35,000) in assistance This assistance […]
Florida Hometown Heroes and other Down Payment Assistance Programs

Florida provides multiple down payment assistance programs at the State, County and City levels to assist buyers with home purchases. The Hometown Heroes Program is the newest to be rolled out and provides First Time Home Buyers and Veterans a great resource to help finance their home purchase.
What are Tax Certificates and Tax Deeds

Tax Certificates and Tax Deeds are two very different things. Understanding the differences and what investment opportunities each provides are key to managing your risk and return.
Is a 55+ Community Right For Me?

Age restricted communities offer many wonderful advantages to owners, however they may also come with many restrictions, it is important to review the communities rules and regulations before purchasing.
Protect Yourself From Wire Fraud

Wire Fraud is rampant in the Real Estate industry, protect yourself by following these simple steps.
What to Expect for Inspections when Selling Your Home

Once your home is under contract, the buyer will schedule inspections to be done by a Professional Home Inspector. There are multiple inspections, options and reports that are performed.
Mortgage Loan Types

Are you a First-Time home buyer, or do you have questions on loans. There are four primary loan types for you to consider. Which type is most appropriate depends on your situation.
Common Home Buyer Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Navigating the housing market can be challenging for seasoned and first-time home buyers alike. In the current competitive market, buying a home can seem like a real challenge. To help, we have listed three common mistakes home buyers make, and how to best avoid them.