Our Commitment to Accessibility
At Military Homespot Lending, we are dedicated to creating an accessible online experience for all of our users. We believe that everyone deserves easy access to the information they need, and we're proud to share the steps we've taken to make our website ADA compliant. Our journey toward compliance has been thorough and thoughtful, ensuring that we provide a user-friendly and accessible environment for everyone, regardless of ability.
Understanding Accessibility Requirements
We started our process by carefully researching the WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) requirements. These guidelines are designed to ensure that websites are usable for people with disabilities. By understanding these rules, we laid a strong foundation to improve the accessibility of our website.
Dedicated Research Team
We didn’t stop at research. We also assembled a dedicated team to focus on accessibility issues and ensure that we remain ADA compliant. This team continuously monitors our site and keeps up with the latest best practices to ensure our content remains accessible to everyone.
Comprehensive Page-by-Page Testing
To guarantee accessibility on every page of our site, we conducted thorough testing. We reviewed each page individually to identify any potential barriers and made improvements where necessary. Our goal is to ensure that no matter where you are on our website, you’ll have an experience that is easy and enjoyable to navigate.
Keyboard Accessibility for Everyone
One of our priorities was ensuring that all interactive elements on our site are fully accessible using a keyboard. This includes buttons, links, forms, and menus. By focusing on keyboard accessibility, we make it easier for users who may not be able to use a mouse to fully navigate and interact with our site.
Enhanced Color Contrast
We’ve taken care to address color contrast issues throughout the site. This ensures that text and other elements stand out against their backgrounds, making them easier to see and read for everyone, including those with visual impairments. We want to make sure that nothing on our site goes unnoticed due to poor visibility.
Visible Focus Elements
To help users easily understand where they are on a page, we made sure that all focusable elements (such as buttons and links) are highlighted with clear, decorative outlines. This helps users who rely on keyboard navigation know exactly where they are on the page at all times.
Clear Labeling of Interactive Elements
We’ve worked hard to ensure that all buttons, cards, and links are clearly labeled. This means that every interactive element on our website has a description that tells users exactly what it does. For example, instead of a button simply saying "John Doe," it might say "View John Doe’s Profile," so it’s crystal clear what will happen when it’s clicked.
Adding Legends and Instructions
To make navigation even easier, we’ve added helpful legends that provide instructions for controlling certain interactive features. This ensures that everyone understands how to interact with different parts of our site, even if they aren’t familiar with certain functionalities.
Improving Screen Reader Experience
For users who rely on screen readers, we’ve added specific descriptions to interactive elements. Instead of using vague labels, we’ve ensured that the aria-labels (which describe the elements to screen readers) are as clear as possible. For example, instead of a screen reader just saying "John Doe," it will say "View John Doe’s Profile." This provides better context and improves the overall user experience.
Ensuring Adequate Space Between Touch Targets
We’ve also made sure that there is enough space between touch targets (such as buttons or links) so that users can easily select the correct option, especially on mobile devices. This improves the experience for users who may have difficulty with fine motor skills or are using touch screens.