Homes for Heroes started in the aftermath of the tragedies of September 11, 2001 with the goal to serve every hero in the nation with their housing needs. On the eve of our 20th anniversary, we have hit an impressive milestone towards that goal. In October 2021, we have hit the 50,000 heroes served mark. Read More “Homes for Heroes Celebrates 50,000 Heroes Served”
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FHA Home Loans for Law Enforcement
As a law enforcement official, being near the community you serve is important. That’s why owning a home in the neighborhood you serve just makes sense. But coming up with the credit score or down payment requirements of conventional loans might seem far off. Luckily, there are FHA home loans for law enforcement that require a smaller down payment and lower credit score. Let’s see if a FHA home loan is a good option for you to buy in your desired location.
Ultimate Guide to Teacher Discounts
If you’re a teacher or educator looking for the best deals for your classroom and students, there are so many great teacher discounts for the upcoming school year! Take a moment to check out the exclusive deals for teachers and educators we’ve found. Know of a deal we missed? Let us know in the comments!
Military Housing: Your Guide to BAH Rates and Savings
The United States provides a Basic Allowance for Housing, or BAH, for all military members when governmental quarters are not available. The BAH helps ensure that military members have equitable housing compensation. The BAH you receive depends on the housing rates near your base, your dependency status, utilities, renters’ insurance, and your pay grade. If those variables change at all in your area, there will likely be a corresponding change in your BAH rate. Here are some frequently asked questions about BAH, a link to a BAH calculator, as well as some tips on how you can save money when buying a home in 2021.
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House Searching – 4 Tips to Beat Other Buyers
Your house search probably began online, browsing listings to see what is available and what they cost. If you’re looking for a competitive edge, you’ve come to the right place. Consider this: the average home buyer will spend over four months house searching before they actually buy. During that time you will compete with other home buyers to get the house you really want. To get you ready to take action when you find the right house, here are four important house searching tips to help you beat out other home buyers.
Four Other Costs of Buying a House
When it comes to buying a house, it helps to understand exactly what you can afford – and that starts by understanding the costs of buying a house. Your mortgage payment will be the biggest recurring payment on your home. But, there are four other primary costs of buying a house that you need to know about. Here’s a breakdown of the four other costs and how working with Homes for Heroes to buy a home can help with costs.
26 Potential Home Closing Costs – How to Save Closing Fees
It is good to know what home closing costs you may need to pay, as you prepare for your home purchase and the closing process, so we assembled this list of potential home closing costs. It’s not likely your loan will include all of these costs and some may not apply to your particular circumstance due to your location, your service providers, and the type of loan you choose.
If you are not currently working with a mortgage lender, and would like cost estimates for your situation, we recommend you speak with a mortgage professional. Sign up with Homes for Heroes and we will connect you with our local specialists who can provide you with more accurate information because they serve within your community, and they will save you money.
If you’re not ready to speak with someone, we get it. Here’s the list of potential home closing costs to reference:
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Military Discounts on Homes – Saving Money Made Easy
Homes for Heroes wants to thank every military member for their service. That’s why we provide military discounts on homes, whether you’re buying, selling or refinancing. We also look to maximize the money you save by leveraging other benefits. For example, in addition to the military discounts on homes we provide, you can also take advantage of your VA home loan benefits. You qualify for the military discounts Homes for Heroes provides if you are an active military, reserve or veteran member of any branch of the armed forces. Here’s how we do it.
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What Realtors® Need to Know About Homes for Heroes
As real estate agents and/or Realtors®, you’re committed to getting the best deal for your clients. So, what if there was a way to help your clients save money while also growing your business? That’s what Homes for Heroes aims to do through our extensive affiliate network. We work with over 4,100 real estate agents and mortgage loan officers nationwide who choose to partner with us because they recognize the benefit to their clients, their communities and their bottom line. Here’s what Realtors® need to know about Homes for Heroes, and why working with us could be a big advantage to you and your clients.
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Zero Down Mortgage: Can I Get One to Buy a House?
Did you know that it’s possible to buy a house without putting any money into a down payment? That’s right; there are fantastic zero down payment home loans available to finance your new home. Read on to learn more about some terrific zero down payment home loans and how you can get one to buy a house.
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