In this episode of “I Am Lakeland,” host Don Burns is joined by Monica Young, a mortgage lender with Legacy Mutual Mortgage. Monica shares her wealth of knowledge about the mortgage industry and her dedication to helping individuals and families achieve the dream of homeownership in Florida and beyond.
The primary focus of the conversation is the Hometown Heroes program. Monica explains how this state-funded initiative has recently received an additional $100 million in funding to assist first-time homebuyers with down payments and closing costs. She clarifies a major misconception: even if you’ve owned a home before, you may still qualify as a “first-time” buyer if you haven’t owned property in the last three years.
Whether you are a veteran, a first-time homebuyer, or looking to invest in real estate, Monica’s expertise and passion for community growth provide a valuable roadmap for navigating today’s housing market. 84
