For many first-time buyers, the biggest hurdle to homeownership isn’t the monthly mortgage — it’s coming up with the money needed to close. Down payments and closing costs can add up to thousands of ...

Florida, a state with a significant Latino population, is set to introduce a revamped economic stimulus program in 2025. The Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) program is designed to provide monthly ...

Applications for the 2025 Hometown Heroes program opened on Aug. 18. Essential Florida workers can get up to $35,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance through the program The fund has $50 ...

Florida Housing offers fixed-rate loans, grants, and down-payment assistance. Hometown Heroes and FL Assist programs provide second mortgage support options. Qualifying buyers must meet income, credit ...

First-timers made up a fifth of all homebuyers in Florida in 2023, according to Florida Realtors. Buying a house in the Sunshine State comes with unique challenges, from rising demand and increased ...

Seminole County homeowners who have damage from hurricanes Helene and Milton can apply for assistance with the Rebuild Florida Program. This program prioritizes the most vulnerable populations, ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) - Thousands of Florida families face empty classrooms and reduced food assistance next week if the federal government shutdown continues. Head ...

SHUTDOWN IS STRETCHING INTO DAY 30. THE FINANCIAL FALLOUT IS HITTING HOME. FEDERAL WORKERS, INCLUDING TSA OFFICERS AND AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS, ARE MISSING A PAYCHECK. AND LAWMAKERS ON BOTH SIDES OF ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Federal officials are warning state agencies that benefits could be “delayed” or “interrupted” next month, if the shutdown continues. During a virtual news conference on Thursday, ...

As the holidays and a new year approach, some childhood hunger advocates in Florida are hoping for a different kind of gift under the Christmas tree. The state has a second chance at opting into a ...