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# My Lender Jackie

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- [Paige Martinez Named Mortgage Broker of the Game: A Big Phoenix Moment for Home Loans by Paige](https://mylenderjackie.com/uncategorized/paige-martinez-mortgage-broker-of-the-game-phoenix/): There is something fitting about a Phoenix mortgage broker being recognized in an arena now connected so closely to the mortgage industry.
- [The Self-Employed Borrower With Inconsistent Income](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/self-employed-inconsistent-income/): Two years of tax returns are the conventional lender's primary tool for evaluating a self-employed borrower, and the tool works reasonably well when the income it measures is consistent. When it isn't, the averaging calculation that conventional underwriting applies produces a qualifying income figure that satisfies neither year and reflects the reality of neither year. It just produces a number that declines the borrower.
- [Who Qualifies For Stated Income Loans in Today’s Market?](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/who-qualifies-stated-income-loans/): Stated income loans have a reputation that trails the product by about fifteen years. The no-documentation loans that contributed to the 2008 financial crisis carried the stated income label, and the association stuck even as the product category evolved into something fundamentally different. Today's stated income programs aren't no-documentation loans. They're alternative documentation loans — the income being verified is real, but the document verifying it is different from what conventional underwriting requires. That distinction matters for understanding who these programs actually serve and why.
- [When the Tax Return Says No — DSCR Says Yes](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/tax-return-says-no-dscr-says-yes/): The file came in looking like a dead end. An experienced investor out of the Phoenix metro, with five existing rentals and a track record that actually meant something. The kind of borrower who knows how to run a rental portfolio and has the results to prove it. The tax return told a completely different story, luckily a DSCR might be the key.
- [How Retirees Can Qualify For Mortgages Without a Salary](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/retirees-can-qualify-mortgages/): Retirement changes the mortgage conversation in ways that catch retirees off guard even when they've planned carefully for everything else. The income that supported a household for decades looks different on paper once it comes from Social Security, pension distributions, and investment accounts rather than a pay cheque. Lenders still want to verify capacity to repay, and the documentation that demonstrates capacity for a retiree is different from what a salaried borrower produces. Different but not harder, once the right qualification pathways are understood.
- [Case Study: Closing a Multi-Million Dollar Loan Without Tax Returns](https://mylenderjackie.com/purchasing-a-home/multi-million-loan-tax-return/): The borrower who needs this conversation most is usually the one who assumed it wasn't possible. A multi-million dollar loan, a self-employed income structure, and two years of tax returns showing a number that reflects a tax strategy rather than a financial reality — the combination sounds like a dead end to borrowers who've been through a conventional decline and to loan officers who work primarily in conforming territory. It isn't a dead end, it's a documentation problem that the right program and the right lender solve regularly.
- [The Basics of Asset Depletion Loans Explained Simply](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/asset-depletion-loans-explained/): Asset depletion loans solve a problem that a surprising number of financially strong borrowers run into without expecting it. The problem is simple to describe and genuinely frustrating to experience — significant wealth, assets that would comfortably support a mortgage payment for decades, and a conventional qualification process that can't see any of it because it's looking at income instead of the balance sheet.
- [Why Traditional Income Verification Fails Entrepreneurs and Business Owners](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/income-verification-fails/): Entrepreneurs and business owners built the conventional mortgage system's biggest blind spot without meaning to. The same financial decisions that make a business more profitable, more tax-efficient, and better positioned for growth are the decisions that make conventional mortgage qualification difficult or impossible. It's not a design flaw exactly. The system was built around a borrower who receives a salary, pays taxes on it, and shows up to the application with two years of W-2s that tell a clean story. That borrower exists. It's just not the entrepreneur who can provide traditional income verification.
- [Why High Net Worth Individuals Use Assets-Based Lending](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/high-net-worth-individuals-assets/): The conventional mortgage system was built around a specific borrower profile, and it works well for that profile. Stable employment, a consistent salary, tax returns that show income in a straightforward way, and a debt-to-income ratio that fits within standard guidelines. For a significant portion of high net worth individuals none of those conditions apply in a clean way, and the system that works well for the salaried employee produces wrong answers for the person with a nine-figure net worth and a tax return that doesn't reflect it.
- [How Stated Income Loans Help High Earners Qualify Without Traditional Documentation](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/stated-income-loans-help-earners/): Stated income loans exist because the conventional documentation framework produces wrong answers for a specific category of borrowers, and producing wrong answers at scale eventually created enough demand for an alternative that the alternative became a real product category with real guidelines rather than a workaround.
- [Assets vs Income: A New Way to Think About Mortgage Qualification](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/assets-vs-income-mortgage/): Assets vs Income: A New Way to Think About Mortgage Qualification! The mortgage qualification conversation has a default setting, and most borrowers never question it. Income goes in, debt goes in, a ratio comes out, and the ratio either works or it doesn't. For the majority of borrowers with straightforward W-2 employment that framework produces accurate results and the process moves forward. For a specific and growing category of borrowers, it produces results that don't reflect financial reality at all, and those borrowers either get declined or assume they can't qualify when the actual problem is that the wrong framework got applied to their situation.
- [The Hidden Cost of Home Equity Loans (And Better Alternatives)](https://mylenderjackie.com/refinance-your-home-loan/hidden-home-equity/): Home equity loans get pitched clean. You have equity, the bank lends against it, you get cash, the rate is lower than a credit card, and the monthly payment fits the budget. That's where most people stop analyzing and start signing. What happens between the pitch and the full cost picture is the part worth spending more time on than most borrowers do before the closing documents appear.
- [Case Study: Turning a Costly Home Tap Loan into a Strategic Refinance](https://mylenderjackie.com/homeownership/home-tap-loan-strategic-refinance/): Home Tap loans get taken out during a specific kind of moment. The equity is there, the need is real, the traditional financing path has a complication — an income documentation problem, a timing issue, something that makes the conventional route unavailable or slower than the situation allows. The equity sharing company offers a clean solution with no monthly payment and the cost feels abstract at the point of signing because it's tied to future appreciation rather than a present obligation.
- [How to Replace High-Interest Debt with Smarter Mortgage Strategies](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/replace-debt-mortgage-strategies/): High-interest debt becomes background noise faster than it should. The credit card balance that's been sitting at eighteen percent for two years, the personal loan that made sense when it was opened, the minimum payments that move the needle slowly enough that the total barely changes month to month. It doesn't feel urgent until someone runs the actual annual cost and sees what that interest is adding up to while the balance stays roughly where it was.
- [How You Can Qualify for a Mortgage Using Assets Instead of Income](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-approvals/qualify-mortgage-using-assets/): The standard mortgage qualification conversation assumes a paycheck, not assets. Show the lender what comes in every month, prove it's been coming in consistently, demonstrate it's likely to keep coming in. That framework works for most borrowers and fails a specific group badly; people who have built significant wealth but whose monthly income, on paper at least, doesn't come close to telling that story.
- [What High-Net-Worth Borrowers Should Know Before Refinancing Luxury Homes](https://mylenderjackie.com/homeownership/high-net-worth-borrowers/): High-net-worth borrowers who've refinanced a primary residence before and assume a luxury refinance scales up proportionally tend to find out otherwise somewhere in the middle of the process.
- [What Does “Assets as Income” Mean in Mortgage Lending?](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/assets-income-in-mortgage-lending/): Most mortgage qualification conversations start and end with income: what do you make? How long have you made it? And can you prove it? Will assets as income count? For a large portion of borrowers, that framework works fine. For another group; retirees living off investment accounts, high-net-worth borrowers with substantial assets but limited documented income, and people who've sold a business or a property and are sitting on significant cash—it creates a problem that doesn't reflect their actual financial position at all.
- [How a $7.7M Malibu Refinance Eliminated an Expensive Home Equity Loan](https://mylenderjackie.com/homeownership/home-tap-loan-malibu/): Home Tap loans and equity sharing agreements get marketed as a straightforward way to unlock cash from a home without taking on debt. No monthly payments and no interest rate to worry about; just a company taking a stake in the future appreciation of the property in exchange for a lump sum today. It sounds clean. It rarely stays that way.
- [How to Use Rental Income to Qualify for a Home Loan](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-approvals/rental-income-home-loan/): Rental income sounds like it should make mortgage qualification easier. More income is more income, the logic goes, and lenders should be happy to count it. The reality is more complicated than that, and the gap between what a rental property generates and what a lender will actually credit toward qualification trips up a lot of borrowers who went in assuming the full rent roll would work in their favor.
- [What Retirees Need to Know About Getting a Mortgage in California](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/retirees-to-know-about-mortgage/): Retirement doesn't disqualify anyone from getting a mortgage in California. That's the first thing worth saying because a surprising number of retirees assume it does that, without a W-2 and an active employer, lenders won't take the application seriously. What retirement actually does is change the documentation conversation, sometimes significantly, and California's housing market adds its own layer of complexity on top of that.
- [How Divorce or Separation Affects Mortgage Qualification](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/divorce-separation-mortgage/): Divorce changes the mortgage conversation in ways most people don't anticipate until they're sitting across from a lender trying to explain why their financial life looks completely different than it did eighteen months ago. The emotional weight of the process is obvious. The financial mechanics are less so, and they create problems that preparation could have avoided.
- [Mortgage Strategies for Tech Professionals With Stock-Based Income](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/mortgage-strategies-stock-income/): Tech compensation packages look great on paper until you try to use them to buy a house. A total comp of $400,000 sounds like it should make mortgage approval straightforward, however stock-based income might not be as simple as it seems. Then the lender asks for two years of W-2s, looks at the base salary line, and suddenly the number that matters for qualification is a lot smaller than the one that shows up in offer letters and LinkedIn salary threads.
- [The Real Cost of Waiting to Buy in a High-Price Market](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/waiting-buy-high-price-market/): If you’re still sitting on the sidelines in Toronto, California, or Maryland waiting for some "perfect" moment to buy, you’re playing a very expensive game. We’ve been hearing about a potential "crash" for years, but in 2026, the reality on the ground is that the cost of inaction is officially outstripping the risk of buying. While everyone waits for interest rates to hit some magical floor, the market is quietly moving the goalposts.
- [How to Buy a Second Home in California Without Selling Your First](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/buy-second-home-ca-selling/): If you’re looking at buying a second home in Palm Springs or San Diego this year, the old playbook is officially obsolete. Between the 2026 property tax reassessments and an insurance market that feels like a hostage situation, the "sticker price" of a second home is now just the tip of the iceberg. Financing a second property without selling your first is still a power move for building wealth, but in 2026, the "hidden" carrying costs can turn a dream investment into a cash-flow nightmare overnight.
- [Bridge Loans Explained for California Move-Up Buyers](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/bridge-loans-explained-ca-buyers/): Have you heard of bridge loans? If you’re trying to buy a house in a market like the Bay Area or LA right now, you already know the nightmare scenario. You find the perfect house, the one with the extra bedroom and the yard you’ve been dreaming of, but you can’t pull the trigger because your life savings are currently tied up in the equity of your current place. You can’t buy until you sell, but you can’t sell until you have a place to go.
- [How Interest-Only Mortgages Work for Luxury Home Buyers](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/interest-only-mortgages-buyers/): When you're playing in the seven-figure real estate market, the standard 30-year fixed mortgage often feels like a blunt instrument. Traditional borrowers are usually focused on building equity as fast as possible, but for the affluent buyer, the math is different, especially with interest. In high-end circles, debt isn't just a way to buy a house, it’s a tool for liquidity management. That’s exactly why interest-only mortgages have become such a staple in luxury neighborhoods.
- [What Credit Score Do You Really Need for a Jumbo Loan in 2026?](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/credit-score-need-jumbo-loan-2026/): So, you’re looking at a luxury or high-end home, and suddenly someone drops the term jumbo loan, don’t freak out. It’s basically a mortgage that’s bigger than what Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will back. If your home is in a pricey area like California or New York, or honestly, anywhere housing costs are nuts, so you’re probably gonna need one. But here’s the thing: bigger loans come with bigger rules, because it’s not just more money, it’s more scrutiny.
- [How High-Income W-2 Buyers Can Compete With Cash Offers in California](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/high-income-w-2-buyers-with-cash/): California’s housing market? Man, it’s insane. Prices are sky-high, competition is brutal, and yes, cash buyers usually have the leg up. Sellers love them because things close fast and there aren’t a ton of financing hoops. But if you’re a W-2 buyer making good money, don’t freak out. You’re not out of the game. Honestly, with a bit of planning and a little strategy, you can hold your own, and sometimes even beat cash offers.
- [Credit Score Myths in Luxury Lending](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/credit-score-myths-luxury-lending/): Credit scores matter in luxury lending just as much as they do in traditional lending, but not in the way that most high-net-worth borrowers assume. Many high-net-worth home buyers delay purchases, over-optimize their credit, or structure their finances inefficiently because of incomplete or outdated assumptions about how jumbo loans perform. You might not also know exactly how these portfolio loans are underwritten, and may incorrectly assume about credit scores and myths associated with refinancing.
- [Refinancing Strategies for High Net Worth Borrowers](https://mylenderjackie.com/homeownership/refinancing-strategies-net-worth/): Refinancing looks different for different types of buyers. Traditional homeowners are a little bit different than high net worth borrowers. When income is more complex, assets are Diversified, and properties fall into either a jumbo or non-conforming loan, the goal of refinancing is not just a lower rate but to optimize liquidity. For high net worth borrowers it can also reduce long-term tax exposure and align debt with broader Financial strategies.
- [Should You Wait for 2026 Loan Limits to Refinance a Jumbo Mortgage?](https://mylenderjackie.com/homeownership/2026-refinance-jumbo-loan/): A recent couple who reached out to me described it like this: “If conforming limits rise in 2026, we might only need to pay down a small portion to get into a conventional loan. Should we wait for early 2026 and try to land under 6 percent, or refinance now if we can get a meaningful drop today?”
- [Why Refinancing Might Actually Work in 2026](https://mylenderjackie.com/homeownership/refinancing-might-work-in-2026/): For many California homeowners, the word “refinance” has felt off the table over the last few years. Rising rates, higher home prices, and headline driven fear caused a lot of people to assume refinancing no longer made sense. In 2026, that assumption is starting to break down.
- [Why High-Net-Worth Borrowers Often Avoid Traditional Mortgages](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/net-worth-traditional-mortgage/): It may sound counterintuitive, but many high-net-worth borrowers struggle to qualify for traditional mortgages. Despite strong assets and financial sophistication, rigid lending guidelines often fail to reflect how wealth is actually built and managed. If you're seeing that your tax-savvy wealth building strategy or your self-employed income is limiting your mortgage options, here's what you need to know about your options. We specialize in connecting our clients with non-QM loans and creative solutions that allow them to reach their goals in real estate.
- [Why Liquidity Matters More Than Income for Luxury Homebuyers in Southern California](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/liquidity-matters-more-income/): In these cases, liquidity and assets often matter more than income when securing a mortgage. We understand how to help our luxury homebuyers qualify for a mortgage when the traditional routes are not the right fit.
- [Common Myths About Non-QM Jumbo Loans (and Why They’re Holding Buyers Back)](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/myths-about-non-qm-jumbo-loans/): Non-QM jumbo loans have opened doors for many capable borrowers, yet misconceptions continue to hold people back. Let’s separate fact from fiction to help you reach your home buying goals without unnecessary delays.
- [How to Buy Your Dream Home in Southern California with a Non-QM Jumbo Loan](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/buy-your-dream-home-non-qm-jumbo-loan/): The truth is, you may not have to wait at all. A Non-QM jumbo loan can help you buy the home you want now, even if traditional mortgage programs don’t work for your financial situation.
- [What Is DROP, and Why California Homebuyers and Homeowners Should Care](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/drop-homebuyers-homeowners/): Have you heard of DROP in California? When you apply for a mortgage, refinance your home, or even begin researching homeownership, you share a significant amount of personal information. Income details, addresses, family information, and financial records all become part of the process. What many buyers and homeowners don’t realize is that this data can travel far beyond your lender — often ending up in the hands of data brokers.
- [What Does Not Qualify for Keeping the Old Tax Base](https://mylenderjackie.com/homeownership/qualify-keeping-the-old-tax-base/): Understanding tax base is crucial this time of year and with California property taxes it can feel confusing — especially when family transfers, inherited homes, or long-held properties are involved. On top of the emotions of a transition in the family or even grief, working through tax codes can be daunting. As mortgage professionals who regularly help buyers and heirs navigate these situations, we see firsthand how misunderstandings around Proposition 13 and Proposition 19 can lead to costly surprises, but we also see how much of a relief it can be for our clients to have experienced experts on their team explaining what qualifies and wha doesn't to keep the old tax base.
- [Breaking the W-2 Myth: Modern Income, Modern Mortgages](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/breaking-w-2-myth-modern-mortgage/): For many high-income earners, the traditional mortgage process can feel like a square peg in a round hole. We live in a world where many of the most successful people we work with don't have a traditional income source, or they have multiple streams of income that add up to significant wealth, but don't come with a W-2.
- [Why Non-QM Loans Are the Hidden Shortcut for Entrepreneurs Who Want to Buy in 2026](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/non-qm-loans-hidden-shortcut/): If you’re self-employed, run a business, or earn income from multiple streams, you already know how complicated financial documentation can be, this is where non-qm loans come in. For entrepreneurs in Southern California, some financial goals feel out of reach because of this, even if cash flow isn't an issue.
- [Why Liquidity Matters More Than Interest Rate for High-Net-Worth Buyers](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/liquidity-matters-interest-rate/): For many buyers, the instinct is to focus almost entirely on securing the lowest possible mortgage interest rate. While rates matter, high-net worth buyers are increasingly realizing that liquidity often has a far greater impact on long-term wealth than shaving a fraction of a percent off their loan. In today’s market, preserving cash can be the smarter financial move if you want to buy a home in Southern California.
- [What High-Net-Worth Buyers Are Doing Differently Heading Into Next Year](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/high-net-worth-buyers-differently/): As the year comes to a close, high-net-worth buyers across Southern California are reassessing how they approach real estate financing. The strategies that worked five or even two years ago no longer align with today’s market realities. Instead of chasing the lowest rate or defaulting to traditional lending advice, the most savvy buyers are focused on flexibility, cash preservation, and strategic leverage.
- [The Biggest Mortgage Mistakes Successful Buyers Made This Year (and How to Avoid Them)](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/biggest-mortgage-mistakes-year/): Many of the buyers who struggled most with financing this year weren’t inexperienced or unqualified. They were highly successful professionals, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals. In Southern California’s competitive and complex housing market, traditional mortgage advice failed many otherwise well-positioned buyers, and we know that has some buyers who are anticipating an investment in 2026 feeling hesitant.
- [Why Traditional Mortgage Advice Failed So Many Buyers This Year](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-approvals/traditional-mortgage-advice-fail/): We specialize in mortgage options that work for borrowers whose tax returns don't paint the whole picture, and you need a team like ours to reach your goals in the new year.
- [How to Prepare Financially for a Non-QM Luxury Home Purchase in 2026](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/prepare-non-qm-luxury-home/): If you’re planning to purchase a luxury home in Southern California in 2026, early financial preparation can make the difference between a smooth closing and unnecessary stress. For high-net-worth buyers using Non-QM (non-qualified mortgage) financing, preparation looks different than it does for traditional borrowers — and that’s a good thing. Here's what you can do to set yourself up for success.
- [Non-QM Loans for House Hackers: What Creative Buyers Need to Know](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/non-qm-loans-for-house-hackers/): House hacking—living in one unit and renting out the rest—remains one of the fastest ways to buy real estate with reduced carrying costs. If you're pursuing house hacking in Southern California, you need a financing solution that aligns with your goals. When a standard mortgage won’t fit your income profile or your plan involves mixed-use or creative cash flow, non-QM (non-qualified mortgage) options can unlock deals for you. Let's talk about the key products, how lenders treat rental income, and practical steps to get your house hack financed.
- [How High-Net-Worth Buyers Use Non-QM Loans to Keep Cash Invested](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/high-net-worth-non-qm-loans-2/): For high-net-worth buyers in Southern California, purchasing a luxury home is rarely about whether they can afford it — it’s about how to finance it strategically. Increasingly, affluent buyers are turning to non-QM loans not out of necessity, but as a deliberate financial planning tool to preserve liquidity and keep capital working elsewhere.
- [The Rise of Non-QM Loans: Why More Southern California Buyers Are Choosing Alternative Financing in 2025](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/southern-california-financing/): For decades, we've been finding financing solutions for homebuyers in Southern California, and that means we can identify the trends in the mortgage world. Southern California buyers—from Orange County to San Diego, Los Angeles to the Inland Empire—are increasingly turning to non-QM (non-qualified mortgage) products. Here’s what’s driving the shift, who benefits most, and which non-QM options are shaping 2025.
- [What is an 80-10-10 Loan?](https://mylenderjackie.com/loan-programs/what-is-an-80-10-10-loan/): If you don’t have 20% down but want to avoid paying private mortgage insurance (PMI), an 80-10-10 loan may be the right strategy. Also known as a piggyback or combination loan, it involves three parts:
- [The One Thing I Wish I Knew Before Getting a Mortgage for the First Time](https://mylenderjackie.com/buying/before-getting-first-mortgage/): Most first-time buyers focus on one question: “Can I afford the monthly payment?” The one thing I wish every first-time borrower knew is that your mortgage payment is not just principal and interest – and it’s not guaranteed to stay the same forever, even with a fixed-rate loan.

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- [Conventional Loans](https://mylenderjackie.com/conventional-loans/): We are pleased to offer Conventional Home Loans in a variety of terms to suit a wide range of borrowers. Conventional Loans are loans that are not guaranteed or insured by government agencies such as the FHA or USDA, but do adhere to Fannie Mae and/or Freddie Mac guidelines. We can provide eligible borrowers with both fixed and adjustable rate Conventional Mortgages in a variety of different terms,
- [FHA Loans](https://mylenderjackie.com/fha-loans/):  
- [Reviews](https://mylenderjackie.com/reviews/): var APP_ID = '218fa5eb38fd0c46ace7c9528384168e2LuCeJCaBNN7gq6AcqprTwFx9O2FSGS0lOjTjt39Vbg='; window.chekkitSettings = { app_id: APP_ID }; (function() { var d = document, h = d.getElementsByTagName('head'), s = d.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = 'https://chekkit-review-widget.herokuapp.com/v1/chekkit-reviews.js' h.appendChild(s); })();I had an excellent experience with My Lender Jackie Barikhan/ Right Choice Mortgage . Obtaining a mortgage is a workout but with Jackie’s help and encouragement I took the ups and downs in stride and the process went rather smoothly. My escrow just took a little over 30 days to complete and I’m totally satisfied with Jackie Barikhan/Right Choice Mortgage - Richard V
- [How to Buy a Home](https://mylenderjackie.com/how-to-buy-a-home/):  
- [Stated Income Home Loans](https://mylenderjackie.com/stated-income-home-loans/):  
- [Recommended Professionals](https://mylenderjackie.com/recommended-professionals/): Martin Wilson Realty One Group
- [DSCR – Easy Cash Out Investment Property Loans](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/dscr-easy-cash-out-investment-property-loans/): Qualify strictly off cash flow of subject property
- [Self Employed Bank Statement Home Loan Programs](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/self-employed-bank-statement-home-loan-programs/): 3:30  What is a bank statement loan and how is it different from a traditional mortgage loan?
- [Get Rid of a HERO Loan Program](https://mylenderjackie.com/get-rid-of-a-hero-loan-program/): The bottom line is to figure out if this program is really worth it. There are a lot of utility companies that may offer discounts on energy bills should you install an Energy Star appliance or choose energy-saving materials or equipment. It may be better to check into those programs rather than tying yourself up with the HERO Program.
- [What is Refinancing?](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/what-is-refinancing/): Whether you’re ready to refinance or simply weighing your options, Jackie Barikhan with Right Choice Mortgage can help.
- [Property Types & Down Payments](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/property-types-down-payments/): When you apply for a mortgage the “Occupancy Type” is a major factor in the amount of down payment required, loan programs available as well as interest rate.
- [Fixed or ARM Mortgage Rates](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/fixed-or-arm-mortgage-rates/): Deciding which loan makes the most sense for your goals and financial situation means understanding the benefits of each type.
- [Reverse Mortgages](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/lake-forest-reverse-mortgages/): MORE DETAILS: A reverse mortgage is a loan available to seniors, and it's purpose is to release the home equity in the property as one lump sum or multiple payments. The homeowner’s obligation to repay the loan is deferred until the owner dies, the home is sold, or the owner leaves the property (example: into aged care).
- [Jumbo Loans in California](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/jumbo-loans-in-california/): Most lenders consider jumbo loans in California to be a riskier transaction than conventional loans because a larger sum of money is ‘bet’ on a single loan vs. spreading that same dollar amount amongst multiple transactions. 
- [FHA Loans in California – Reduce your Mortgage Insurance](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/fha-loans-in-california-reduce-your-mortgage-insurance/): If you have an FHA Home Loan and you haven't refinanced, take a look at the top 5 questions regarding the new LOWER Mortgage Insurance Premium (MIP) for loans after January 26th 2015.
- [Conventional Home Loan 3% down](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/conventional-home-loan-3-down/): First Time Home Buyers have many choices when it comes to home loans. If you're a Veteran, you can purchase with 0 Money Down, and FHA offers as low as 3 1/2% down. Both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have 5% down programs.
- [VA Home Loans & Veteran Benefits](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/veteran-home-loans-va-benefits/): The Veterans Administration (VA) and the US government created a loan program in 1944 so that service members had the ability to purchase a home. VA home loans are not only used for purchasing a home in Lake Forest, but can also be used for refinancing an existing mortgage.
- [Home Appraisal](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/home-appraisal/): A good definition is an objective way to estimate the fair market value of a property.
- [Mortgage Rate & Your Credit](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/mortgage-rate-your-credit/): Understanding credit is super important when applying for a mortgage. Not only can your credit history determine whether you qualify for a loan at all, your credit score is the single largest determinant of the interest rate of your loan. Right Choice Mortgage gives our borrowers the credit resources they need to understand how credit affects lending decisions, how to obtain their credit information, and how to get started on the path to improving credit.
- [First-Time Home Buyer Plan](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/first-time-home-buyer-plan/): Do you have a “special” situation or credit challenge? Just ask Jackie. With our extensive lender network, we find the best possible solutions and will do what it takes to get it closed, even on the toughest deals. , she has programs that fit most situations. Self Employed, Entrepreneur, unique credit situations… we will find a way!
- [Purchase Your Home With Just 1% Down](https://mylenderjackie.com/resources/purchase-your-home-with-just-1-down/): This is not an FHA-backed loan. This is a true conventional loan. This is a great alternative to the 3.5% down payment programs that already exist. This is designed for borrowers that have high credit scores and want to save money on their down payment. This puts more money in your pocket at closing leaving more room for upgrades, furniture or to simply save.

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