Testimonials

I would like to just give a huge THANK YOU to Luisa Scotland with the REACH housing program and Detra Smith with the City of Tampa. They helped me to accomplish buying a house in the neighborhood that I grew up in South Tampa. With the cost of housing skyrocketing,...

We are extremely happy we were able to purchase our first property through the excellent counseling services of Jacqueline Villanueva at REACH. Not only did we purchase our home but received down payment assistance that tremendously helped us since we do not have...

Good afternoon Mr. Garry, My husband and I are well on our way to purchasing our first home. Thank you so much for not only educating us on the importance of having good credit but also directing us in the pathway of credit repair. I am happy to say that we both have...

Tiffany, I just wanted to personally thank you for your kindness and patience throughout the R.E.A.C.H. process. I really appreciate the funds available and all who participated. It certainly was a blessing! Be well Ms. Lady! - Thenecia, an applicant of our City of...

This correspondence is to express my highest praise and gratitude to Mr. Garry BellFleur. In 2020, it occurred to me that I moved twice in three years and I should consider the benefits of homeownership. I contacted several agencies and Mr. BellFleur responded...

Thanks for your persistence in helping with this initial request.  It is worth expressing:  You are a gemstone of a counselor and deserve the best life has to offer. Sonya speaking about Lourdes as her counselor for the Hillsborough County Covid Fund Program.

Deyon Stephenson is a single mom and sole bread winner for her family. Her goal and dream was to own her own home, but she didn’t know how to make her dream a reality. Her pastor, Michael Rose, of Royal Palm Covenant Church, introduced her to the first-time home...

Foreclosure client is thankful for assistance from R.E.A.C.H. counselors, Garry BellFleur and Lourdes Valdes: “Thank you, Mr. Bellfleur. This has been one of the most stressful times in my life and you all made it so much easier for me. Thank you for all you did to...

The following are some comments from three students attending the 8/16/17 Wednesday evening class: “I am so excited to go out and purchase my 1st home. I am extremely confident and much more knowledgeable. Keith, thank you so much for taking out time to teach our...

Thank you R.E.A.C.H. I am a single black female. I had saved for years for my first home. R.E.A.C.H. was able to hold a home for me while I received HOME funding from Broward County of $18,000. I am so thankful to have my first home. While it is only a one bedroom,...