How Law Enforcement Professionals in Oregon Save on Buying or Selling a Home

My spouse is a Marion County Sheriff's deputy — do I qualify for Homes for Heroes benefits too, or only my spouse?

If your spouse is a qualifying law enforcement professional, the household can take advantage of the Homes for Heroes benefits through your spouse's eligibility. Only one person needs to qualify for the program. The Hero Rewards® benefit applies once per eligible real estate transaction, not once for each person buying or selling the home.

We can walk you through the program and explain how the savings work.

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. It has been around since 2002 and has served over 80,000 heroes, saving them more than $165 million combined. The program works because affiliated real estate agents donate a portion of their commission to the program, and heroes earn savings about two weeks after closing. There are no hidden fees, no membership costs, and no obligation. We are your local Homes for Heroes Real Estate Specialists, serving heroes throughout Salem and the Willamette Valley. To receive the Hero Rewards, you work with us directly.

I am in law enforcement. How can I save when buying or selling a home?

If you're a qualifying law enforcement professional, Homes for Heroes can help you save when buying or selling a home. When you work with us as your Homes for Heroes real estate specialists, you may receive a Hero Rewards® check after closing based on your transaction. You can also be connected with a participating Homes for Heroes Mortgage Specialist who can help you explore available loan options and financing programs.

Savings vary depending on the transaction, but qualifying Heroes can save thousands through the program. If you're thinking about buying or selling, we'd be happy to explain how the program works and help you understand the benefits available to you.

Can corrections officers and dispatchers use Homes for Heroes?

Yes. The program covers corrections officers working in Marion County jails and correctional facilities, as well as 911 dispatchers and public safety communicators. These roles are explicitly included in the Homes for Heroes program because they serve and protect the community every day. All the same savings apply — Hero Rewards, lender credits, and down payment assistance programs.

Do I need a realtor to buy a home through Homes for Heroes as law enforcement?

Yes, to receive Hero Rewards, you must work with a participating Homes for Heroes real estate specialist. It costs you nothing extra as a buyer, and you get the savings on top of the full-service experience. They guide you from pre-approval to closing, negotiate on your behalf, and make sure every available savings program is applied. They treat every law enforcement client like family.