Do You Have to Be a U.S. Citizen to Be Eligible for a Down Payment Assistance (DPA) Program?

One of the questions prospective homebuyers frequently have when exploring Down Payment Assistance is: “Do I have to be a U.S. citizen to qualify for DPA?” The answer is not necessarily. U.S. citizenship is not a universal requirement for every Down Payment Assistance (DPA) program. Depending on the particular program,...

Can Down Payment Assistance (DPA) Be Used with FHA Loans?

Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans are a popular choice for many homebuyers due to their low down payment requirements and flexible credit standards. If you’re considering an FHA loan, you might wonder whether Down Payment Assistance (DPA) can be used in conjunction with it. The good news is that DPA...

Didn’t Qualify for Hometown Heroes? Don’t Give Up—There Are 250+ Other Down Payment Assistance Programs!

Many Florida homebuyers hear about the Florida Hometown Heroes Program and immediately assume it is their only opportunity to receive down payment assistance. While Hometown Heroes has helped thousands of hardworking Floridians become homeowners, the reality is that many people do not qualify because of income limits, occupation requirements, credit...