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Ep 2 - Can I Really Afford to Upgrade on a Public Service Salary?

August 27, 2025

Ep 2 - Can I Really Afford to Upgrade on a Public Service Salary?

Upgrading your home doesn’t have to feel out of reach.
This article covers:

• How to calculate your usable equity

• Lending and down payment programs for public servants

• Mortgage options for teachers, nurses, and first responders

• Smart budgeting without financial strain

Public service doesn’t mean small dreams. Let’s make your next home possible.

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