At Mojave River Mortgage, we believe that the people who serve, protect, educate, and care for our communities deserve the opportunity to achieve the dream of homeownership. That’s why we proudly offer access to Empowered Down Payment Assistance Programs, designed specifically for individuals in service-oriented careers. These programs can provide 0% down payment options, making it easier than ever to purchase a home without the burden of a large upfront cost.
These down payment assistance programs are tailored for an incredible range of professions. Whether you serve in the military, work as a first responder, educate future generations, care for patients, serve the public, or support charitable organizations, you may be eligible.
If you're an active duty member, reservist, veteran, or retired military personnel, you may qualify for these powerful homeownership benefits. This includes members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, National Guard, and Reserves, as well as military officers, warrant officers, non-commissioned officers (NCOs), military recruiters, and military chaplains.
First responders are the backbone of public safety, and we honor your commitment with special mortgage options. Eligible roles include police officers, sheriff’s deputies, state troopers, FBI agents, Homeland Security officers, border patrol agents, public safety officers, SWAT team members, corrections officers, K-9 handlers, bomb squad technicians, and search and rescue technicians.
Fire service professionals like firefighters, fire captains, fire chiefs, and wildland (forest) firefighters also qualify. Medical first responders such as paramedics, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and 911 dispatchers are equally supported by these programs.
Educators shape the future, and we’re proud to help them achieve homeownership. Qualified applicants include public and private school teachers, college professors, university lecturers, school principals, counselors, librarians, substitute teachers, and special education teachers.
We also support teacher assistants, early childhood educators, preschool teachers, Montessori teachers, Sunday school teachers, homeschool educators, after-school program instructors, daycare providers, and tutors, as well as vocational and technical instructors.
Our communities thrive because of dedicated healthcare workers. Qualified medical personnel include registered nurses (RNs), licensed vocational nurses (LVNs), nurse practitioners (NPs), physicians, surgeons, emergency room doctors, anesthesiologists, dentists, pharmacists, physical therapists, and occupational therapists.
Support extends to radiologic (X-ray) technicians, MRI technologists, respiratory therapists, surgical technologists, laboratory technicians, medical assistants, certified nursing assistants (CNAs), hospital administrators, and mental health counselors.
If you serve in a government role at any level, you may be eligible for down payment assistance. This includes postal workers, IRS employees, DMV clerks, city planners, county clerks, court clerks, government IT specialists, public defenders, social workers employed by government agencies, and probation officers.
It also applies to vital service roles like sanitation workers, utility workers, public works employees, animal control officers, city inspectors (building, safety, or fire), and parks and recreation employees.
Nonprofit and volunteer workers are also eligible for 0% down payment programs. This includes those who work with organizations like the American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, and local food banks, as well as employees and volunteers of any qualifying nonprofit organization making a difference in the community.
The Empowered Down Payment Assistance Programs are designed to reduce the barriers to homeownership for those who serve. Qualified borrowers can access:
0% down payment home loans
Reduced or waived mortgage insurance in some cases
Flexible credit guidelines
Competitive interest rates
Options for FHA, VA, and conventional loans with assistance overlays
All programs are subject to borrower qualification, loan approval, and may change based on lender, investor, or government agency guidelines.
If you work in any of these professions—or if you're not sure whether you qualify—reach out to the team at Mojave River Mortgage. Our mission is to serve those who serve others by offering expert guidance and tailored financing solutions.