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How to Help Low-Income Buyers Purchase their Own Home

The biggest concern for many homebuyers is their budget and the affordability of homes that they’re looking at. Fortunately, a lot of resources exist to provide financial assistance low and middle-income homebuyers. As a realtor, being aware of and educated about these opportunities in your local area can help you make the difference both for yourself and for your clients.

Close more deals with First-Time Buyers When you Use These Great Tools!

The 2008 collapse of the housing market put mortgages out of reach for a lot of first-time homebuyers. While consumer confidence is returning and things are improving, it’s still a major hurdle for a lot of families. Fortunately, some great tools now exist to give those families a hand in becoming homeowners. As a realtor it’s important to be aware of and know about these so that you can make sure your clients have a successful home-buying experience.

2017 FHA - FTHB - Down Payment Assistance Bond Program

30-year, fixed-rate first mortgage loans originated by trained and approved lenders throughout the State of Florida. The program is offered to all borrowers who meet income, purchase price and other program guidelines, and can otherwise qualify for an FHA loan. Borrowers who qualify for an FHA first mortgage program are automatically qualified for one of Florida Housing's down payment assistance programs.