South Carolina is helping 272 educators, nurses, dental assistants, social workers, police officers, firefighters, paramedics and military members buy a home this year as part of its Palmetto Heroes low interest mortgage program. (Photo by Getty Images)
COLUMBIA — South Carolina is helping 272 educators, nurses, dental assistants, social workers, police officers, firefighters, paramedics and military members buy a home this year.
The state affordable housing agency approved more than $72 million in ultra low-interest mortgages, complete with down payment assistance, as part of its annual Palmetto Heroes program…