First-Time Homebuyers Program

The City of Florence has a program for income-eligible first-time homebuyers. For 2025, this program will hold meetings on the following dates in Council Chambers at the City Center (324 West Evans St.) from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm:

  • January 28, 2025 - Budgeting
  • February 25, 2025 - Understanding Credit Scores
  • March 25, 2025 - Calculating Debt-to-Income Ratio
  • April 8, 2025 - Fair Housing Month
  • May 20, 2025 - Preapproval vs. Prequalified
  • June 10, 2025 - Homeownership Month
  • July 29, 2025 - Sales Price vs. Loan Amount
  • August 26, 2025 - Conventional Loans vs. FHA Loan
  • September 30, 2025 - Mortgage Payment and its Components
  • October 28, 2025 - Selecting a Home
  • November 18, 2025 -  Home Maintenance

If you have any questions regarding this program or the monthly meetings, you may call (843) 665-3175.

First-time Homebuyer Application
Homeownership Assistance Program Summary