Accessibility Statement

Accessibility, in Plain English

We want Homebuyer.com to work for everyone. We've designed our website to be accessible to people with disabilities, including those who use screen readers, keyboard navigation, or other assistive technologies. If you have trouble using any part of our website, please let us know and we'll work to fix it.

Last updated: July 14, 2025

Homebuyer.com Accessibility Statement

1. Our Commitment

Homebuyer.com is operated by Growella Inc. We are committed to ensuring that our website is usable by the largest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We strive to meet level AA standards for compliance with the WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) 2.1.

2. Accessibility Features

2.1 Navigation and Structure

Semantic HTML: Our pages use proper heading structure (H1, H2, H3) for easy navigation
Skip Links: Keyboard users can skip to main content
Logical Tab Order: All interactive elements follow a logical tab sequence
Clear Navigation: Main menu and breadcrumbs are clearly labeled

2.2 Visual Design

Color Contrast: All text meets WCAG AA contrast requirements
Font Size: Text can be resized up to 300% without loss of functionality
Color Independence: Information is not conveyed by color alone
Responsive Design: Content adapts to different screen sizes

2.3 Interactive Elements

Keyboard Accessible: All features work with keyboard navigation
Focus Indicators: Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard users
Form Labels: All form fields have proper labels and descriptions
Error Messages: Clear error messages that identify the problem

2.4 Content

Alt Text: Images have descriptive alt text
Video Captions: Videos include captions where applicable
Plain Language: Content is written in clear, simple language
Consistent Layout: Pages follow consistent design patterns

3. Assistive Technology Support

3.1 Screen Readers

Our website is compatible with:

JAWS (Windows)
NVDA (Windows)
VoiceOver (macOS and iOS)
TalkBack (Android)
Narrator (Windows)

3.2 Other Assistive Technologies

Voice Recognition Software: Compatible with Dragon NaturallySpeaking and similar tools
Switch Devices: All interactive elements can be accessed via switch devices
Magnification Software: Compatible with ZoomText and similar tools

4. Testing and Compliance

4.1 Regular Testing

We regularly test our website for accessibility using:

Automated tools (aXe, WAVE)
Manual testing with assistive technologies
User feedback and testing

4.2 Standards Compliance

We strive to meet:

WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards
Section 508 compliance (where applicable)
ADA Title III requirements

5. Known Limitations

5.1 Third-Party Content

Some third-party content may not be fully accessible:

External mortgage calculators
Lender websites we link to
Social media embeds
Some interactive tools

5.2 Legacy Content

Older content may not meet current accessibility standards. We're working to update all content.

6. Getting Help

6.1 Report Issues

If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact us with:

The specific page or feature causing problems
Your assistive technology (if applicable)
A description of the issue
Steps to reproduce the problem

6.2 Alternative Formats

We can provide content in alternative formats:

Large print documents
Audio recordings
Braille materials (for essential documents)
Simplified language versions

7. Browser and Device Support

7.1 Supported Browsers

Our website works best with:

Chrome (latest version)
Firefox (latest version)
Safari (latest version)
Edge (latest version)

7.2 Mobile Accessibility

Our website is fully accessible on:

iOS devices with VoiceOver
Android devices with TalkBack
Mobile browsers with accessibility features

8. Resources and Tools

8.1 Browser Accessibility Features

Learn how to use accessibility features in your browser:

8.2 Assistive Technology Resources

WebAIM - Web accessibility information and resources
W3C WAI - Web Accessibility Initiative
A11Y Project - Accessibility community resources

9. Continuous Improvement

9.1 Regular Reviews

We conduct regular accessibility reviews:

Quarterly automated testing
Annual manual testing with assistive technologies
Ongoing user feedback collection

9.2 Training

Our team receives regular training on:

Web accessibility standards
Assistive technology testing
Inclusive design principles

10. Contact Information

For accessibility questions or to report issues:

Email: hello@homebuyer.com
Phone: 513-824-8171
Response Time: We aim to respond to accessibility issues within 2 business days

For other questions about our services, please see our Important Notice or Terms of Service.

11. Company Information

Homebuyer.com is operated by:

Growella Inc.
1311 Vine St, First Floor
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Contact: hello@homebuyer.com

We are a mortgage information and comparison website. We are not a mortgage lender or broker and do not originate loans, collect personal financial information, or make credit decisions.