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Helping Our Community’s Heroes Achieve Homeownership

At Luker & Co., we believe the people who dedicate their lives to serving our community deserve the opportunity to own a home right here in Central Florida. That’s why we’re proud to share the Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program — a state initiative designed to make homeownership more affordable for frontline workers, first responders, and essential community members.

Tom Kenneth Luker

Tom Kenneth Luker

Founder, Broker

Originally from Bristol, England, Tom has never been far from the real estate industry. During his youth in England, the Luker family regularly vacationed in the United States and abroad, providing him with a global perspective of real estate, vacation rentals, and the real estate market as a whole. His parents owned and managed several rental properties, and after immigrating to the United States with his family, Tom and his father, Geoff, founded Luker Properties Group. For almost 20 years, Tom has continued to make his clients feel like family and has strived to show them the meaning of home.

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What is the Florida Hometown Heroes Program?

The Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program provides down payment and closing cost assistance to eligible frontline workers. This program was created to help those who serve our neighborhoods achieve the dream of homeownership without being held back by the high upfront costs of buying a home.
 
Program highlights include:
 
  • Down payment assistance for qualified buyers.

  • Help covering closing costs.

  • Affordable, fixed-rate home loan options.

  • Designed specifically for first-time homebuyers and community heroes.

With this program, owning a home in Florida is more achievable than ever for those who give so much to others.

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Do You Qualify for the Hometown Heroes Program?

Eligibility is based on both your occupation and certain homebuyer requirements. If you fall into one of these categories, there’s a strong chance you may qualify:
 
👮 Police Officers
 🚒 Firefighters & EMTs
 🏥 Nurses, Doctors, & Other Healthcare Professionals
 🍎 Teachers & Education Staff
 🎖️ Active Military & Veterans
 …and many more frontline and essential community service roles.
 
To qualify, you’ll need to:
 
  • Be a Florida resident.

  • Meet income and loan limits (varies by county).

  • Be a first-time homebuyer (defined as not owning a home in the last 3 years).

  • Designed specifically for first-time homebuyers and community heroes.

If you’re not sure whether you qualify, don’t worry — we’ll guide you through the process step by step.

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Luker & Co. + Simplified Mortgage

Buying a home can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Luker & Co. has teamed up with Phil Stevens at Simplified Mortgage, one of Central Florida’s leading mortgage professionals.
 
Phil is an expert in the Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program as well as other loan options designed for first-time buyers, veterans, and community heroes. Together, Luker & Co. and Simplified Mortgage will help you:
 
  • Understand your eligibility.

  • Find the best loan program for your needs.

  • Navigate the homebuying process with confidence.

With our local knowledge and Phil’s lending expertise, you’ll have a team of advocates working to make your homeownership dream a reality.

Luker & Co. + Simplified Mortgage

Take the First Step Toward Homeownership

If you think you may qualify — or simply want to learn more — fill out the form below. Our team will reach out to walk you through your options and connect you with the resources you need.

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