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Key Considerations About Private Money Mortgages

Thursday, June 05

While private money loans are faster and more flexible than traditional mortgages, they typically come with shorter terms (6-36 months) and generally require a clear repayment or exit strategy. Due to the increased risk (less qualifications required), these loans come with higher interest rates (...


A Guide to Private Money Mortgages in California

Thursday, May 29

In California's competitive and fast-moving real estate markets, not every borrower fits inside the strict lending guidelines of banks or traditional lenders. Although the average FICO credit score in the U.S. is 716, about 15.5% of Americans have a score below 600, making it difficult—or even im...


Why California Home Buyers, Investors & Families Turn to Private Money

Thursday, May 22

In today’s competitive California real estate market, traditional home loans (banks, credit unions, conventional loans) often fall short—especially for borrowers with poor credit, real estate investors, and buyers with unconventional income or properties require repairs. That’s where Private Mone...


Want to Assist Your Child to Purchase a Home in California?

Thursday, May 15

Helping your child buy a home in California is becoming more common than ever. According to recent surveys by the California Association of Realtors, a substantial number of first-time homebuyers statewide get financial support from parents—about 34% in 2023 and 27% in 2024. However, many parents...


Hard Money Loans in California: Fast, Flexible Real Estate Financing

Thursday, May 08

Whether you're an investor eyeing your next flip, a buyer navigating a competitive market, or a real estate professional working to help your client close on time—traditional home loans aren’t always able to help. That’s where hard money (also known as private money) loans come in! In this blog, ...


Private Money Loans CA:Fast Funding for Borrowers, Investors & Agents

Thursday, May 01

In California’s fast-paced real estate market, timing is everything. Whether you're buying a home, flipping an investment property, or helping a client close quickly, traditional mortgages can’t always keep up with the speed required to compete – nor always keep up with the rigid conventional fin...