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VA Home Loan Checklist: 12 Things to Catch Early in Ventura County
Most Ventura County homes pass the VA appraisal. The ones that do not usually fail for one of 12 reasons: termites, pre-1978 paint, leased solar, window bars, unapproved condos, land…
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Physician Loans in Ventura County: How Medical Professional Mortgages Work
What physician and medical professional loans are, who they are built for, how they compare with conventional, FHA and jumbo loans, and the questions to ask a lender before you…
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Mobile Home Financing in Ventura County: What Lenders Actually Approve
Mobile vs manufactured, why your bank says no, what lenders are approving right now, and the one number that decides your budget: space rent.
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2-1 Buydown in Ventura County: How Buyers Lower Payments (and Sellers Attract More Offers)
How a 2-1 buydown temporarily lowers payments for two years, who can pay for it, a sample payment breakdown, and why sellers may offer one before cutting price.
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Do You Need a Big Down Payment to Buy a Home in Ventura County?
Many buyers think they need a huge down payment before they can buy. Here is what really sets your down payment in Ventura County, how mortgage insurance and assistance programs…