Keys4Life

We Believe That Real Estate And Homeownership Are Powerful Engines To Build Stronger Communities.

Homeownership Is Directly Linked to Unleashing Upward Social Mobility, the American Promise. At 8z, That Is Why We Do What We Do, Passionately.

As part of the 8z4Life program, we’re proud to launch Keys4Life, an initiative that provides grants to first time buyers to help them realize their dreams of owning a home. This support is through dual paths: financial education on the intricacies of homeownership and the steps to get there; paired with real financial support provided by 8z and its partners.

We have created a $250,000 fund to help with closing costs and prepaid expenses to bridge the often-small gap that may hinder first time buyers.

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8 Principles of Homeownership

Our Keys4Life educational program details the 8 Principles of Homeownership:

  • Credit
  • Down Payment
  • Savings
  • Budget
  • Debt to Income
  • Make a Plan
  • Build a Team
  • Follow Up

44X

According to the Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances, the net worth of a homeowner is over 44 times greater than that of a renter.

19%

The graduation rate for children of homeowners is 19 percent higher than for renters, and they are twice as likely to acquire some postsecondary education, according to a study in a journal published by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

Keys4Life Details

Learn more about the details and parameters of the program by expanding the boxes below.

  • Must be a first time home buyer who is ready to purchase a home! 
  • Must be a client of an 8z Realtor and a Collective Mortgage Loan Officer.

  • Client’s income and asset limits must follow CHFA. Your Collective Mortgage Lender will determine if a client fits these parameters. 

  • Clients must be willing and able to attend Financial Education class and complete the required coursework.
  • Once an application is received, 8z will reach out to the client’s Realtor to receive their written recommendation. 
  • The client needs to be working with both an 8z Realtor and, ultimately, a Collective Mortgage lender. 
  • Upon completion of the Financial Education class, the client will begin looking for properties with their Realtor and working with their lender to get ready to write a contract. 
  • Once under contract, both the Realtor and lender will review the settlement sheet for closing costs required as well as review the need per each client. 
  • Clients will fall into grant three tiers depending on the need and purchase price of home up to $5,000 in grants.
  • Approved Keys4Life clients must complete the Financial Education program, which is broken down into a session.
  • Clients are required to attend the session, which will be held in person.
  • The program runs quarterly. If a session is full, clients will be added to the next quarter’s classes.
  • Entry to program is first come, first served.

Ready to Apply?

Together, we can make home ownership a reality for many who may not have become homeowners otherwise.

Program Season Application Opens

Application Deadlines

Class Dates and Time

Winter/ Spring

March 5th

Applications will close when the round is full or the Friday before class.

March 16th

11 am - 1 pm at the 8z Denver Central Office

Summer/ Fall

August 6th

Applications will close when the round is full or the Friday before class.

August 17th 

11 am - 1 pm at the 8z Denver Central Office

Work With Us

Let 8z handle all of your home buying and selling needs. Our agents provide clarity, control and confidence throughout the real estate process and are with you every step of the way.