Firefighters & EMS
First Responder Home Purchase Discount Near Salem, OR
Firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics in Salem, Keizer, Dallas, and throughout the Willamette Valley qualify for Homes for Heroes savings. We are your local Homes for Heroes Real Estate Specialists helping firefighters save thousands when buying or selling a home.
Who Qualifies
Do Firefighters and EMS Qualify for Homes for Heroes?
Yes. If you or your partner serve in firefighting or emergency medical services in Oregon, you likely qualify. You can use the program for buying a home, selling a home, or both. The program covers:
- Career firefighters with Salem Fire Department, Keizer Fire District, and other local departments
- Volunteer and part-time firefighters
- EMTs, paramedics, and emergency medical responders
- Fire dispatchers and 911 call takers
“Eddie and Dawn are an amazing team to work with! From the very first meeting to discuss the home buying process all the way through to our final closing it was a pleasure to work with them. They were responsive and easy to communicate with, extremely knowledgeable when we had questions, and patient when our search took longer than we initially thought. As first time home buyers, we had lots of questions, and some nervousness about making such a huge financial decision. My wife and I always felt that we were being listened to and our interests were being well represented. I highly recommend them to both first time buyers like us, or folks that have been through the process numerous times.”
Firefighter Matt
Salem, OR
Common Questions
Firefighter Home Buying and Selling Questions
Find answers to the top questions firefighters and EMS personnel ask about Homes for Heroes in Salem, Oregon.
If I am selling my home in Keizer or Salem, how much would I actually save in commission as a Homes for Heroes-eligible firefighter, and how do I get matched with a local agent?
When you sell with us, your local Homes for Heroes Real Estate Specialists serving heroes throughout Salem and the Willamette Valley, we donate a portion of our commission to the program, and the hero earns Hero Rewards about two weeks after closing. That can mean thousands of dollars back in your pocket about two weeks after closing.
The listing process is identical to selling with any full-service agent: pricing strategy, professional photos, marketing, showings, and negotiation. The only difference is that part of the commission comes back to you because you served your community. There is no sign-up fee and no obligation. Call (971) 777-4311 or use the contact form on this page.
Is Homes for Heroes legit or is it a marketing gimmick — what is the actual catch, and do I have to use their assigned agent?
Homes for Heroes is a legitimate national program that has been operating since 2002 and has served over 80,000 heroes, saving them more than $165 million combined. The concept is simple: affiliated agents donate a portion of their commission to the program, and heroes earn Hero Rewards about two weeks after closing. There are no hidden fees, no membership costs, and no obligation.
You do work with a participating Homes for Heroes agent to receive the Hero Rewards. You get the same full-service experience, just with built-in savings. When you see first responder home purchase discount offers online, this is the real program behind them.
What first responder home purchase discounts are available near Salem, Oregon?
As a firefighter or EMS worker in Oregon, you can access a combination of savings:
- Homes for Heroes Hero Rewards® — 0.7% of purchase price back about two weeks after closing
- Lender savings — we connect you with participating Homes for Heroes Mortgage Specialists who know VA loans, FHA loans, and down payment assistance programs.
We connect you with participating lenders who can help you understand what you qualify for based on your specific situation.
How do I combine first responder home savings with buying my next home?
If you are a firefighter selling your current home and buying a new one in Oregon, you can use Homes for Heroes on both sides of the transaction. Sell your home with us and receive savings about two weeks after closing on the sale. Then use the program again on your purchase to receive the Hero Rewards. This can add up to significant savings across both transactions.
Want to know exactly what you would save as a firefighter buying or selling?
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How Firefighters and EMS Professionals Can Save Through Homes for Heroes
Savings vary by transaction, but Heroes typically save thousands when combining the Hero Rewards with participating Homes for Heroes Mortgage Specialist discounts. We will walk you through exactly what you qualify for.
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©2021 Homes for Heroes®. All rights reserved. Homes for Heroes, Inc. is a licensed real estate company in the state of Minnesota. *All savings amounts are estimates. The actual Hero Rewards amount may vary based on the services used, sale price of the home (less appropriate credits), and in special circumstances, including, but not limited to, new construction, below average commission, and For Sale By Owner sales. You must be enrolled with Homes for Heroes and be represented at closing by a Homes for Heroes real estate specialist to be eligible for home price savings. You must work with a Homes for Heroes mortgage specialist and business affiliates to be eligible to receive additional service-related savings. Contact Homes for Heroes for further details.