For Heroes FAQ

There are Two Ways to Save Money It's All Hero Rewards®

Buy, Sell or Refinance

When heroes work with our local affiliate real estate and mortgage specialists to buy, sell or refinance a home; they save money.

Local Business Deals

When heroes use our local business affiliates to make every day home-related purchases, they receive special money-saving hero deals.

Circle of Giving

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What is the “Circle of Giving?”

By connecting heroes with our local real estate and mortgage specialists to buy, sell, or refinance a home; we’re able to provide those heroes with more savings than any other national program. In turn, when heroes buy or sell a home using Homes for Heroes, they are helping heroes in need because Homes for Heroes, Inc., donates a portion of its earnings to the Homes for Heroes Foundation. This Circle of Giving strengthens American communities by putting more money into the hands of our American heroes, and benefits American community programs and businesses.

More Questions and Answers

Who qualifies as a hero?

Qualifying heroes include, but are not limited to current and former firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, law enforcement and all other first responders. All ranks of active military, reserves and veterans of the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. All nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals. Also, Pre-K, elementary, secondary and post-secondary educators, teachers, professors and education administrative staff. Please contact us if you would like to know if you qualify.

What can a hero typically save?

On average heroes save $3,000 when they buy or sell a home with Homes for Heroes, or an average of $6,000 when they do both with Homes for Heroes! When a hero works with our real estate specialist, on average they will save $2,300 per purchase or sale of a home. When a hero works with our mortgage, title and inspection specialists, on average that hero will save $500 on lender fees, $150 on title service, and $50 on a home inspection.

If I buy a house and/or sell a house, how does the savings work?

When you work with our real estate specialist to buy and/or sell a house, you can save 0.7% of the home purchase price, or $700 on every $100,000 of the purchase price. After closing on a house, Homes for Heroes will send you a check so you may purchase what you need for your new location! Plus, if you work with our mortgage, title and inspection specialists, you can save an average of $500 on lender fees, $150 on title service, and $50 on a home inspection. The average Hero Rewards savings received by a hero after closing on a house is $3,000!

What if I am already working with an agent or loan officer?

If you are currently represented by a real estate agent or loan officer, and they are interested in learning more about how they can help you save more money, please have them contact us. We’ll explain who we are and how they can help you save money through Homes for Heroes.

Do I need to use all of your specialists to receive the savings?

You do not need to use all of our specialists. However, each specialist you work with will add to your savings amount. Most heroes do not want to miss out on all the savings we offer, so they choose to use as many of our local specialists as possible to maximize their Hero Rewards savings.

What if I’m not ready to buy, sell or refinance?

If you’re not ready, that’s OK. It’s still a good idea to speak to a real estate or mortgage specialist if you’re simply thinking about it. They can provide good insight on preparation and steps to take before you even begin the buying, selling or refinancing process. Register online to speak with our local real estate or mortgage specialist in your area to learn more, or contact us for more information.

What if I have credit issues?

Our mortgage specialists can help you move in the right direction. Register online and we will connect you with our local mortgage specialist in your area. They follow all federal and local lending guidelines, and can provide the most accurate information and guidance on your ability to obtain financing.

Where is your list of agents and lenders?

When you register online a member of our team will contact you to determine where you are in the process, and how to best serve you. When you’re ready to take the next step, our team will connect you with our local real estate and/or mortgage specialist(s), based upon your location and what you’re looking to accomplish.

When will someone contact me?

After you register online, a member of the Homes for Heroes team will contact you within 24 hours. If for some reason you do not hear from someone within 24 hours, please call Homes for Heroes toll-free at (866) 4 Heroes or (866) 443-7637 so we can assist you. When you speak with our team member, they will help to determine where you are in the process, and when you’re ready they will connect you with our local real estate and/or mortgage specialists.

Is Homes for Heroes for-profit or nonprofit?

Homes for Heroes, Inc., is a for-profit cause-related company that fuels a “Circle of Giving” by providing real estate services and Hero Rewards savings to our nation’s heroes. This enables Homes for Heroes, Inc., to donate a portion of its earnings to the Homes for Heroes Foundation, a charitable nonprofit that helps heroes in need as it pertains to housing or emergency financial assistance.

How does the Homes for Heroes Foundation work?

The Homes for Heroes Foundation is a nonprofit private charitable foundation that awards hero grants to local nonprofit charities who serve our heroes in need as it pertains to housing or emergency financial assistance. When heroes buy or sell a home using Homes for Heroes, Inc., they are helping heroes in need because Homes for Heroes, Inc., donates a portion of its earnings to the foundation. Learn More

This sounds too good to be true, why should I trust you?

Please take a moment to read what our heroes had to say about their experience with us:  Hero Reviews

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