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First-Time Home Buyer Loans

Your First Home, Made Simple.

Low down payments, real down payment assistance, and a team that explains every step in plain English — built for buyers doing this for the first time.

Am I eligible?

What qualifies as a first-time buyer?

You don’t have to be buying your very first home ever. Most programs define a “first-time buyer” as someone who hasn’t owned a home in the past three years — so if you sold a property a few years back, or never owned one at all, you likely still qualify for first-time buyer programs, low down payment options, and down payment assistance.

Loan programs

Programs available to you.

FHA Loans

As low as 3.5% down

Government-backed loans with flexible credit requirements — a popular starting point for first-time buyers with limited savings or a shorter credit history.

Conventional Loans

As low as 3% down

Competitive rates for buyers with solid credit — often a better fit if you can avoid mortgage insurance with 20% down, or qualify for a low-down-payment conventional program.

Down Payment Assistance

Up to $10,000 + Hometown Heroes

Qualified first-time buyers can receive up to $10,000 toward down payment and closing costs. Frontline workers may qualify for up to $35,000 through Florida’s Hometown Heroes Program at 0% interest.

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How it works

Pre-approval steps.

01
~10 min

Apply

A short application covering income, savings, and what you’re hoping to buy.

02
Same day

Find your program

We match you to the right mix of loan type and assistance — FHA, conventional, or a down payment grant.

03
Same day

Get pre-approved

A real, underwriter-reviewed pre-approval letter you can hand your realtor.

04
<30 days

Close on your first home

We guide you through every signature so closing day feels exciting, not overwhelming.

Advice

Tips for first-time buyers.

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Check your credit early

Pull your credit report months before you plan to apply, so you have time to fix errors or pay down balances.

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Budget beyond the down payment

Set aside 2-5% for closing costs, plus a cushion for moving and immediate repairs.

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Get pre-approved, not pre-qualified

A pre-approval is underwriter-reviewed and carries real weight with sellers; a pre-qualification is just an estimate.

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Factor in ongoing costs

Property taxes, insurance, and HOA dues add to your monthly payment — budget for the full picture, not just principal and interest.

Avoid these

Common mistakes to avoid.

Making big purchases before closing

A new car or furniture on credit right before closing can change your debt-to-income ratio and jeopardize approval.

Skipping pre-approval before house hunting

Shopping without a real pre-approval means you don’t actually know your budget — or your buying power against other offers.

Not shopping for the right program

Many first-time buyers default to whatever their bank offers, missing out on assistance programs they’d otherwise qualify for.

Underestimating total monthly costs

Forgetting taxes, insurance, and HOA dues can mean an approved payment feels tighter than expected once you move in.

Ready for your first home?

No-impact credit check. Real pre-approval in about 10 minutes. No commitment, just real, local mortgage expertise.