PART 1: Florida Hometown Heroes 2026: How to Get Up to $35,000 Toward Buying Your Home | Tampa Home Talk

Can you really get up to $35,000 to help buy a home in Florida? In this episode of Tampa Home Talk, host Katrina Madewell sits down with mortgage expert Sarah Nair from The Mortgage Firm to break down one of Florida's most valuable homebuyer programs—the Florida Hometown Heroes Program. Whether you're a first-time home buyer, a teacher, nurse, firefighter, military member, healthcare worker, childcare professional, or work in many other qualifying occupations, this episode explains how this program could help make homeownership more affordable. You'll learn: ✅ How the Florida Hometown Heroes Program works ✅ Who qualifies in 2026 ✅ How to receive up to $35,000 in down payment assistance ✅ Income limits and occupation requirements ✅ First-time homebuyer rules explained ✅ Military and veteran eligibility ✅ Credit score requirements ✅ How the 0% interest assistance loan works ✅ Common misconceptions that keep buyers from applying ✅ Why this is one of Florida's best homebuyer programs If you've been renting because you think you can't afford a home, this episode could change your perspective. 📞 Questions about buying a home in Florida? Call or text 813-377-2775 Hosted by Katrina Madewell Real Estate Expert | Tampa Home Talk Love Where You Live… or Let Katrina Fix It!