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How to Buy a California House with Less Than 20% Down
Don't have 20% to put down on a house? You’re in luck—we’re going to go over the ways you can buy a California house with less than 20% down.
Originally published 2021-09-13
Read article →California Housing and Mortgage ProgramsThe Best Sacramento Home Improvements for 2021
A lot can change in a year, so let’s go over what’s different and explain the best Sacramento home improvements for 2021.
Originally published 2021-07-19
Read article →California Housing and Mortgage Programs10 Reasons to Buy a California Home
Why should you buy a California home? We’ll explain the awesomeness and lay out 10 reasons to buy a California home.
Originally published 2021-06-18
Read article →First-Time HomebuyersTips to Improve Your Credit Score
Most people really don’t know much about their credit score other than that it’s important. Let’s go through a quick rundown.
Originally published 2021-04-23
Read article →California Housing and Mortgage ProgramsCosts to Consider When Buying a California Home
Learn about the costs to consider when buying a California home, from upfront fees to hidden expenses. Budget smart and buy confidently!
Originally published 2021-04-09
Read article →Homeownership and Real EstateNew Year’s Resolutions if You Want to Buy a Home This Year
If 2021 is the year you’re thinking of buying a home, good for you! There’s no time like the present, especially with current low interest rates.
Originally published 2021-01-10
Read article →Homeownership and Real EstateAre Mortgage Points Worth Paying For?
Why buy mortgage points to lower interest rate? Look at the cost of mortgage points to determine how much money you could save long-term.
Originally published 2020-10-21
Read article →California Housing and Mortgage ProgramsBusting Myths About FHA Loans in California
If you’re buying a home, an FHA loan can help you with payment options. But there are a lot of myths about FHA loans in California.
Originally published 2020-09-23
Read article →California Housing and Mortgage ProgramsHow Getting a California Home Appraisal Has Changed Since the Pandemic
The California home appraisal process has changed a lot recently. We’ve got some good news for home buyers.
Originally published 2020-09-09
Read article →California Housing and Mortgage ProgramsWhat Makes California Mortgage Broker Different from a Mortgage Lender
A California mortgage broker is an intermediary who brings mortgage borrowers and mortgage lenders together but does not use their own funds to originate.
Originally published 2020-05-07
Read article →RefinancingCALIFORNIA HOMEOWNERS: BEST PRACTICES FOR REFINANCING AMID COVID-19
New Way Mortgage list of best practices for refinancing amid COVID-19 and a 'how to guide' for being prepared given the current enviroment.
Originally published 2020-04-09
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