SC approves $72M in low-interest loans to help its ‘heroes’ buy homes in the state

By: Jessica Holdman

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: April 24, 2026

Words: 398

Last Updated: 3 months ago

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COLUMBIA — South Carolina is helping 272 educators, nurses, dental assistants, social workers, police officers, firefighters, paramedics and military members buy a home this year.

The state affordable housing agency approved more than $72 million in ultra low-interest mortgages, complete with down payment assistance, as part of its annual Palmetto Heroes program.

And this year the state doled out the in-demand program’s funding faster than ever, closing out in just 21 business days.

“Our public …

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