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Updated June 2026

Current Lender Incentives

Special programs, down payment assistance, and lender offers available right now for Florida home buyers and homeowners. These change frequently โ€” contact Josh to confirm current availability.

โšก Rates and programs change frequently. Call (813) 285-2904 or submit your info for the most current offers available to you.

Featured Programs

Down Payment Assistance

Florida offers several state and federal programs to help buyers get into a home with less money out of pocket.

โฐ Now Through June 30

Lender-Paid Temporary Rate Buydown Credit

We cover the buydown cost so your borrower gets a payment equivalent to a rate 1% lower in year one โ€” no extra cost to buyer or agent.

  • โœ“ Conventional & government purchases
  • โœ“ Rate equivalent 1% lower in year 1
  • โœ“ No cost to borrower or agent
  • โœ“ New locks only
โฐ Expires June 30, 2026
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๐Ÿ†• New Policy

VantageScore Accepted โ€” Conventional & VA

VantageScore now accepted in place of FICO on Conventional up to 95% LTV and all VA loans โ€” more buyers can now qualify.

  • โœ“ Conventional up to 95% LTV
  • โœ“ All VA programs included
  • โœ“ Great for thin FICO borrowers
  • โœ“ More buyers now qualify
See If VantageScore Helps You Qualify โ†’
๐ŸŒŸ Florida Program

Florida Hometown Heroes

Up to $35,000 down payment & closing cost assistance for eligible Florida workers.

  • โœ“ Up to $35,000 assistance
  • โœ“ FHA, VA, USDA & Conventional
  • โœ“ Teachers, nurses, first responders
  • โœ“ Income limits apply by county
See If I Qualify โ†’
๐ŸŽ–๏ธ Veterans

VA Zero Down + No PMI

Eligible Florida veterans โ€” $0 down, no PMI, competitive rates. You earned this benefit.

  • โœ“ $0 down payment
  • โœ“ No PMI ever
  • โœ“ Seller can pay closing costs
  • โœ“ Veterans, active duty & spouses
Use My VA Benefit โ†’
๐Ÿก USDA

USDA Rural Zero Down

Zero down for eligible buyers in qualifying Florida areas โ€” Ocala, Gainesville, Panhandle and more.

  • โœ“ Zero down payment
  • โœ“ Competitive fixed rates
  • โœ“ Income limits apply
  • โœ“ Property must be in eligible area
Check USDA Eligibility โ†’
๐Ÿ“‰ Refinance

Rate Drop Refinance Program

Locked in at 7%+? Free savings analysis โ€” no obligation to proceed.

  • โœ“ Free savings analysis
  • โœ“ FHA, VA & Conventional
  • โœ“ Streamline options available
  • โœ“ No obligation to proceed
Get My Free Savings Analysis โ†’
๐Ÿฆ Bank Statement Special

Bank Statement .500 Price Improvement

.500pt improvement on loan amounts โ‰ฅ $1.5M โ€” Access & Elite products, new locks only.

  • โœ“ .500pt price improvement
  • โœ“ Loan amounts โ‰ฅ $1,500,000
  • โœ“ Access & Elite products only
  • โœ“ New locks only
โฐ Expires July 31, 2026
Ask Josh About This Offer โ†’
โญ FHA Platinum Special

FHA .750 Price Improvement โ€” FICO โ‰ฅ 720

.750pt improvement for FHA with FICO 720+. Excludes ARMs, High Balance, and FHA Streamline.

  • โœ“ .750pt price improvement
  • โœ“ FHA with FICO โ‰ฅ 720
  • โœ“ Platinum product tier
  • โœ• Excludes ARMs, High Balance, Streamline
โฐ Expires July 31, 2026
Check My FHA Eligibility โ†’
๐Ÿ“‰ Limited Time

Lender Credits for Closing Costs

Select lenders offering credits to minimize cash needed at closing in exchange for a slightly higher rate.

  • โœ“ Reduce upfront cash needed
  • โœ“ Available on most loan types
  • โœ“ Josh runs the numbers for you
  • โœ“ Subject to market conditions
Learn More โ†’

โš ๏ธ Programs, rates, and eligibility requirements are subject to change without notice and vary by lender, loan type, and borrower qualifications. The incentives listed above are for informational purposes only and do not constitute a commitment to lend. Contact Josh Alvarez directly at (813) 285-2904 to confirm current program availability and your personal eligibility.

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