For many people, saving for a down payment is the biggest hurdle they face when wanting to buy a home of their own. This is why there are several down payment assistance programs, also referred to as DPA programs or…
Those new to the homebuying market here in California may wonder why you occasionally hear about “RENO loans.” Isn’t Reno in the next state over? RENO is actually short for “renovation,” and RENO loans are a useful option for some…
When you look at property listings, it may seem like the price is pretty straightforward. There's a number with a dollar sign, and that's what you pay off via your mortgage. Or all at once if you just won the…
Buying a home is a big decision, and it can be hard to know if you’re making the right one. Finding a home is so much easier with the right California real estate agent. But how exactly do you know…
We’ve been talking all about the process of buying a home since the new year started, and if you’re on the fence about buying a home in 2021, well, it’s a great time! Interest rates are fantastic, and at New…
We’ve talked a lot recently about getting a mortgage for the first time. But whether it’s your first time, your fifth, or somewhere in between, you might feel like the mortgage process is a little confusing. That’s understandable, but it…
Why is getting pre-approved for your California mortgage so important? Well, there are a number of reasons why. The main one is that in this hot market, a pre-approval helps make the process of getting a mortgage smooth AND makes…
It can be TOUGH to write a winning purchase offer for your California home in today's hot market. Just how hot is the Sacramento housing market right now? Compared to this time last year, the median sales price is up,…
