As a California-based mortgage company, we do our best to educate our clients and readers on all aspects of the mortgage loan and home buying process. Today, we will focus on a subject that generates much interest (and some confusion)…
VA loans offer a number of compelling benefits for California military members and veterans who are buying homes. Through this program, an eligible borrower can finance up to 100% of the purchase price, eliminating the need for a down payment.…
A recent report from the California Association of REALTORS (C.A.R.) confirmed that home prices in California continue to rise in late summer 2023. If this trend continues, which seems likely, those who wait until 2024 to buy a home in…
At Bridgepoint Funding, we are passionate about the VA loan program because it rewards our brave service members and veterans. So today, we will be addressing a common misconception relating to VA loans and how long they take close. Surveys…
This article is part of a broader series that educates California home buyers and homeowners about the VA loan program. In previous articles, we have covered everything from the minimum program requirements to the kinds of documents you have to…
Many articles have been written on the home buying process in California. But a lot of them skip over the preliminary steps and jump right into the house-hunting stage. The truth is, there are some important steps that should be…
In a competitive real estate market like the San Francisco Bay Area, home buyers often find themselves caught up in multiple-offer situations or even bidding wars. This can be a stressful scenario, especially for those home buyers who aren't prepared…
By some measures, San Diego is currently the hottest real estate market in California, as we head into the fall of 2023. A recent report from the San Francisco Chronicle, citing data from researchers at Zillow, showed that home prices…
Are you thinking about buying a home in the San Francisco Bay Area in the fall or winter of 2023? If so, you'll want to keep reading below. In this article, we identify five important trends Bay Area home buyers…
Are you planning to buy a home in Vallejo, California in the latter part of 2023, or in 2024? Looking for an update on current trends within the Vallejo real estate market? You've come to the right place! Below, you…
