Take Root South Florida

Getting Started

 

Is homeownership right for you?  You first want to start by contacting a HUD-approved new homebuyer education agency.  They can be a great resource in helping you navigate the home buying process and may be able to help you find additional money, such as second mortgage or downpayment assistance.

Questions you will have to consider include:

  • Do I have a steady source of income and employment?
  • Can I take on the responsibility of homeownership?
  • What neighborhood would I like to live in?
  • What kind of home do I want or need?
  • How do I choose a real estate agent?
  • Can I afford a loan?
  • Am I income-qualified for any special homeownership programs like down payment assistance, tax credits or Neighborhood Stabilization Programs? 

Click Here for a list of Take Root South Florida's Trusted Participant list of HUD approved New Homebuyer Counseling agencies.

 

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Home Buying information is always changing.  To receive updates on new or current programs CLICK HERE and fill out the email form. 

 

 
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The consumer information on TakeRootSouthFlorida.org is used with permission from Freddie Mac. Freddie Mac offers extensive, regularly updated consumer information about buying and owning a home on its website, www.FreddieMac.com, in the "About Homeownership" section. Freddie Mac is not responsible for content errors or omissions on TakeRootSouthFlorida.org. The funding source of this activity is the Housing Leadership Council of Palm Beach County and Freddie Mac.