Florida Hardest-Hit Fund
Florida Housing Finance Corporation
About This Program
Federal program that provided mortgage payment assistance to eligible Florida homeowners who experienced unemployment or underemployment during the Great Recession. Program has been closed since 2017 but provides context for disaster/hardship assistance programs.
Historic program, no longer accepting applications
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Lynn Haven, FL, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Program permanently closed
- Previously helped with mortgage payments
- Was available to unemployed/underemployed homeowners
- Provided up to $50,000 in assistance
- See current programs at Florida Housing website
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (850) 488-4197
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Program closed
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