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Okaloosa County to Accept SHIP Applications July 1; Board Raised Maximum Homebuyer Award to $65,000

5121771 · July 3, 2025
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Okaloosa County staff announced that State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funds will be available July 1 for homeowner rehabilitation and a first-time homebuyer purchase assistance program, and said the county's Board of County Commissioners increased the maximum award to $65,000.

Okaloosa County staff announced that the county will begin accepting applications July 1 for State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funds for homeowner rehabilitation and a first-time homebuyer purchase-assistance program, and said the Board of County Commissioners increased the maximum purchase-assistance award to $65,000.

Paul, an Okaloosa County staff member, opened the announcement: "Hey. I'm Paul, and this is Bridal. And we are here to talk about some very exciting news." Bridal, an Okaloosa County housing staff member, described program details and eligibility.

The SHIP homeowner rehabilitation option covers repair work for income-eligible homeowners who have owned their homes for at least three years,…

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