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FHA Home Loans for Teachers | Eligible with Low Credit Score, Minimal Down Payment

May 8, 2020May 8, 2020 / in Buying a House / by Luke Feldbrugge

Have you been considering buying a home but a less than perfect credit score, or a lack of savings for a down payment has been holding you back? In this post, Homes for Heroes explains how you can break through those issues with FHA Home Loans for teachers. The FHA Home Loan has been helping more teachers become homeowners due to its less restrictive credit score and minimal down payment requirements.

Helpful Coronavirus Resources for Healthcare, First Responders and Teachers

March 17, 2020 / in Firefighters / by Luke Feldbrugge

As the country attempts to slow the spread of the coronavirus by cancelling large events, closing public facilities and local businesses; we know you, our local healthcare providers, first responders and teachers are on the frontline serving the rest of us. With all of the information circulating, we wanted to create a short list of helpful coronavirus resources from trusted sources specifically for you.

2019 Homes for Heroes Affiliate Awards

March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 / in News & Media / by Luke Feldbrugge

In 2019, our caring community of real estate and mortgage specialists excelled toward our mission of thanking every hero in the nation! The commitment to their community heroes and the Homes for Heroes Circle of Giving was unparalleled. Collectively in 2019, Homes for Heroes and our affiliate specialists served nearly 7,700 heroes nationwide and gave back over $14.1 million to community heroes in Hero Rewards® savings. A select group went above and beyond for the heroes in their community.

Importance of a Seller’s Disclosure Form

June 25, 2019July 1, 2019 / in News & Media / by Luke Feldbrugge

If you’re looking to sell your house, be prepared for numerous showings, plenty of cleaning, and lots of paperwork. One piece of paperwork that’s particularly important is your seller’s disclosure statement or form. This document advises buyers of potential issues with your home and can play a crucial role in protecting you from costly legal issues. To help speed up your home selling journey, here’s everything you need to know about creating a seller’s disclosure form.

8 Heroes Served Club Inductees Help 1,309 Heroes Save Nearly $1.3 Million

November 13, 2018November 29, 2018 / in Affiliate Stories / by Luke Feldbrugge

We are proud of our Heroes Served Club inductees. Not only do the accomplishments of these Homes for Heroes affiliate real estate and mortgage specialists show the hard work and dedication they have for the real estate profession, but also their commitment to serve their community heroes and provide them with significant savings.

These eight club members have helped over 1,300 heroes buy, sell or refinance a home, and in the process, provided a total of nearly $1.3 million in Hero Rewards® savings!

$5,000 Grant and Tunnel to Towers Help Fallen Officer Family Pay Off Mortgage, Expenses

September 24, 2018November 13, 2018 / in HFH Foundation / by Luke Feldbrugge

To support the family of officer Michael Chesna of the Weymouth Massachusetts Police Department, the Homes for Heroes Foundation provided the Chesna family with a $5,000 grant through the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation to help a first responder family pay off their mortgage and other expenses. As we remember the tragic events of 9/11 this month, we are honored to partner with the Tunnel to Towers Foundation to support Michael Chesna’s wife, Cindy (shown holding check with brother-in-law, Captain Comperchio of the Weymouth Police Department) and Michael’s two children.

10 Powerful Quotes to Remember and Reflect on 9/11 19th Anniversary

September 11, 2018September 13, 2020 / in News & Media / by Luke Feldbrugge

Today we remember 9/11/2001. It is the 9/11 19th anniversary. Not only do we need to remember this difficult day in American history, but we need to reflect upon it. More importantly, what it meant for first responders to do their job that day. What it took for New Yorkers to collect themselves and do what needed to get done that day. What it meant for those who couldn’t escape, and what it meant for the family and friends of those who didn’t make it. And, what it took for Americans across the country following 9/11 to look in the mirror, set aside our grievances, and come together as citizens of one constitution.

Here are 10 powerful quotes that help us remember and reflect on the 9/11 19th anniversary of that dark day, and the importance for all Americans to stand together.

A Soldier’s Journey Home – Jesse Haltom’s Story – Homes for Heroes

August 19, 2018October 4, 2018 / in News & Media / by Seth Jeska

“I don’t know if it was brotherly rivalry, but my motivation was to prove them wrong. It’s a weird way to do it, but I wanted to show them that I could. And I’m glad that I did. Because as a child, I was missing that father figure. And the military was that for me, getting my life back together and giving me discipline.”

United States Army veteran, Jesse Haltom may have felt like he had something to prove by joining the military. But as he reflects back on his service nearly 15 years later, his time in the military served a greater purpose in his life. Becoming a Soldier was Jesse’s gateway to discovering what comes natural to him, helping and serving others. This is Jesse’s story as an American Soldier and his journey home. Read More “A Soldier’s Journey Home – Jesse Haltom’s Story – Homes for Heroes”

A Teacher’s Journey Home – Ida Pablo

August 5, 2018August 7, 2018 / in News & Media / by Seth Jeska

“I will not leave any stone unturned. I will do everything and anything to make a class perfect. I will help them prepare, I will help them learn and once I have done my job, I have to step back and let them go. Once you learn to let go, there is some peace that comes with that.”

One simple act of kindness can propel a child into a career destined to helping others. Teaching is Ida Pablo’s way of paying forward the impact her uncle had on her as a child. This is Ida Pablo’s story and her commitment to making this world a better place, one student at a time. Read More “A Teacher’s Journey Home – Ida Pablo”

A Hero’s Journey Home – Lance Shults

June 3, 2018 / in News & Media / by Seth Jeska

“Family is really big to me, because at the end of the day, no matter what happens, no matter where your career takes you, no matter where life takes you, you’ll always have family. I want to do everything possible that I can for my family. “

For Lance Shults, joining the military was not always a part of the plan, but family was. So, when life knocked him off course and into joining the United States Navy, it just so happened to lead him to what he values most in life, family. This is Lance’s story of his journey as a Sailor, son, husband and father. Read More “A Hero’s Journey Home – Lance Shults”