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What You Need to Know About the Downpayment Toward Equity Act of 2021
The Downpayment Toward Equity Act of 2021 is not yet law. But it is moving forward, so with a little luck, it may someday be very helpful to many people.
Originally published 2021-10-08
Read article →California Housing and Mortgage ProgramsHow 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 ProgramsWhat You Need to Know About Getting a Self-Employed Mortgage in California
Self-employed and looking to obtain a mortgage? Let’s go through what you need to know about getting a self-employed mortgage in California.
Originally published 2021-09-03
Read article →RefinancingWhat To Know About Refinancing a California VA Loan
There are several reasons why you might want to refinance. Let’s go over your options and how you can use them for a California VA refinance.
Originally published 2021-08-18
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 Programs5 Tips For Finding The Best California Lender
Finding a lender is what you should do before doing anything else. Finding the best California lender doesn’t have to be a hard process.
Originally published 2021-07-09
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 →California Housing and Mortgage ProgramsThere Are So Many Reasons You Should Get a California VA Loan
If you happen to be a member of the military community because chances are, you’re eligible for a VA loan.
Originally published 2021-06-11
Read article →California Housing and Mortgage ProgramsShould You Get a 15-year or 30-year Mortgage for Your California Home?
What should you know about getting a 15-year or 30-year mortgage for your California home? Here are some things to think about.
Originally published 2021-05-19
Read article →California Housing and Mortgage ProgramsHow to Pay Off Your California Mortgage Quickly
Whatever your reasons for considering it, there are several ways to pay off your mortgage faster, depending on your budget and goals.
Originally published 2021-05-07
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
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