What is SC Housing Palmetto Heroes (2026)?
Forgivable down payment assistance and fixed-rate mortgages for eligible teachers, nurses, law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics and specified military borrowers. First-come, first-served; requires an executed sales contract and first-time-buyer and income qualification.
Official page (verified October 23, 2026): SC Housing
What other down payment help is available in South Carolina?
- SC Housing Homebuyer Program Down Payment Assistance — $10,000, forgiven after 15 years
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Data last updated October 23, 2026.
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