What is Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program?
Assistance for income-qualified first-time buyers in eligible workforce occupations, including healthcare workers, school staff, first responders and specified military borrowers. It is a 0% non-amortizing 30-year deferred second mortgage, not forgivable. Florida Housing has announced that 2025–2026 funding is fully committed, so check availability.
Official page (verified October 23, 2026): Florida Housing Finance Corporation
What other down payment help is available in Florida?
- Florida Assist — Up to $10,000 on FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional loans
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Data last updated October 23, 2026.
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