Hometown Heroes – Who Qualifies for up to $35k

Joaquin Gutierrez,
Florida Hometown Heroes 2025: Help for First-Time Buyers

Florida Hometown Heroes 2025: $50M in Help for First-Time Buyers

Start Date: August 18, 2025

Funding: $50 million has been set aside to help eligible first-time buyers in Florida with down payment and closing costs.

What is the Hometown Heroes Program?

The program offers financial assistance to help first-time buyers in essential professions purchase a home in Florida. This includes teachers, healthcare workers, first responders, military members, and more. If you’ve been waiting to buy, this could make your purchase possible sooner.

Who Qualifies?

You may qualify if you work full-time in Florida in one of these groups:

  • Healthcare Workers: Nurses, therapists, technicians, physicians, pharmacists, mental health professionals, social workers, and more.
  • School Staff: Teachers, principals, counselors, aides, cafeteria staff, librarians, and maintenance staff.
  • First Responders: EMTs, firefighters, paramedics.
  • Public Safety: Law enforcement officers, 911 dispatchers, correctional officers, probation officers.
  • Court Employees: Judges, attorneys, clerks, court reporters, public defenders, and state attorneys.
  • Child Care Workers: Employees at licensed child care centers or registered family day care homes.
  • Military & Veterans: Active service members and veterans (with honorable discharge) working in Florida.

Why It Matters

Funds are limited and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. By preparing now—verifying your eligibility and connecting with approved lenders—you can take advantage as soon as applications open.

How to Prepare

  • Confirm your occupation is on the approved list.
  • Gather employment and income documentation.
  • Talk to a lender familiar with the Hometown Heroes program.
  • Reach out to me to start your home search and align financing with available homes.

Need Help Finding Out if You Qualify?

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