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Home Loans for Firefighters in Florida

Firefighters qualify for Hometown Heroes, and your shift overtime counts when documented right. We handle both to lower your cash to close.

$35K
Max DPA
Shift OT
Counted
3.5%
FHA Down
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Firefighters · Florida

Home Loans for Firefighters From a Florida Mortgage Broker

Firefighters work long shifts with substantial overtime and qualify for Florida Hometown Heroes. The overtime needs a two-year history to count fully, and the assistance can add up to $35,000 toward your purchase. We document the shift and overtime income correctly and pair it with the right first mortgage so a firefighter gets full value from both.

The hurdle is usually the same one. A public-service salary stretches only so far against Florida prices. The down payment is usually the real obstacle, not the income. As a broker, not a single bank, we focus on Florida Hometown Heroes and low-down-payment programs. We shop the file to the lenders that write it well.

Programs That Fit Firefighters

Florida Hometown Heroes. Up to $35,000 toward your down payment and closing costs as a 0% deferred second.
FHA loan. 3.5% down with flexible credit, and it pairs cleanly with Hometown Heroes.
Conventional 97. 3% down for qualifying buyers, with cancellable PMI down the road.
USDA loan. $0 down if you are buying in an eligible Florida town or rural area.

How Firefighters Qualify

1

Confirm your role qualifies — most full-time Florida workers now meet Hometown Heroes eligibility.

2

Keep income under the county limit for the assistance program; we check this for your county.

3

Complete the required homebuyer education course (short and online).

4

Pair the first mortgage and the assistance up front so they underwrite together.

No single program wins for everyone. We compare these side by side for your numbers at no cost, then shop the file to the lenders that write it well.

What to Bring
Last two pay stubs
W2s for two years
Proof of full-time employment
Bank statements
Homebuyer education certificate
How It Works
01
Apply Online
5 min · soft credit pull only
02
Match Program
We shop lenders for firefighters
03
Processing
Our team handles paperwork
04
Close
Typically 14–21 days
FAQ

Firefighters Home Loan Questions

Do firefighters qualify for Hometown Heroes in Florida?

Yes. Firefighters are an eligible Hometown Heroes group, with up to $35,000 toward down payment and closing costs as a 0% deferred second. You will need to meet the county income limit and complete a homebuyer course. We verify it for your situation.

How is firefighter overtime counted for a mortgage?

With a two-year history, lenders average your overtime and add it to base pay as qualifying income. Given how much overtime many firefighters work, this often makes a real difference in buying power. We document the pattern so it counts.

Official resources

Verify the details for your own situation against these government and agency sources: Florida Housing homebuyer programs and CFPB Owning a Home guide.

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Rates are illustrative only. APR and payments vary by credit score, loan amount, and market conditions. Subject to credit approval. Not a commitment to lend. NMLS# 1859012. Equal Housing Lender.

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