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California Mortgage Broker Β· NMLS #1754199

Compare California Home Loan Options Across Multiple Lenders

Affordable Home Finance is a licensed California mortgage broker that compares FHA, VA, USDA, conventional and non-traditional programs from multiple funding lenders. Explore available options with guidance from a licensed mortgage professional.

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Licensed CA Mortgage Broker FHA Β· VA Β· USDA Β· Conventional Β· ITIN Local Broker Guidance

Now helping homebuyers in your area find the right loan.

Loan Programs 6+
Down Payment From 0% (VA/USDA)
Credit Profiles Multiple Programs
Next Step Apply Online β€” Free
100% Free Β· No Obligation

See What You Qualify For

Complete our secure online application in as little as 10 minutes. A licensed advisor reviews it and reaches out with the loan options that may be available to you. Available options depend on your completed application and lender review.

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Licensed CA Mortgage Broker NMLS #1754199 FHA Β· VA Β· USDA Β· Conventional ITIN & Non-Traditional Loans Santa Cruz, CA Based
6+
Loan programs available
0%
Down payment options (VA & USDA)
Multiple
Credit profiles β€” programs vary by lender
NMLS
#1754199 Β· Licensed CA Broker

Minimum credit requirements vary by loan program, lender and other qualification factors. A particular credit score does not guarantee eligibility or approval.

Sound Familiar?

Getting a mortgage shouldn't feel like this.

Most homebuyers only talk to one lender β€” and never find out what they were leaving on the table.

Discouraged homebuyer after a disappointing conversation with his bank

Turned down by one big bank

A single lender's rigid box says no β€” and you assume that means no everywhere. It usually just means the wrong fit.

Couple overwhelmed trying to understand confusing loan paperwork

Drowning in loan jargon

FHA, VA, USDA, conventional, ITIN β€” nobody explains what actually applies to your situation in plain English.

Homeowner worried she is missing a good mortgage rate

Worried you'll miss the good rate

Rates move daily. Without someone watching the market for you, it's easy to lock in at the wrong moment.

The Affordable Home Finance Difference

One application. Every program shopped for you.

We're a licensed broker, not a single bank β€” so we compare programs across lenders to find the one that actually fits your situation.

Popular

Conventional Fixed-Rate

15 and 30-year fixed options for buyers with steady income and solid credit who want predictable payments.

Low Down Payment

FHA Loans

Government-backed financing with a low down payment and flexible credit requirements β€” a common first-time buyer path.

0% Down

VA Loans

Zero-down financing for eligible veterans, service members, and military families β€” with no private mortgage insurance.

0% Down

USDA Rural Loans

No-down-payment financing for eligible rural and suburban properties across California.

Non-Traditional

ITIN & Non-Traditional Loans

Financing options for borrowers without a Social Security number or with non-traditional income documentation.

Popular

Refinance & Debt Consolidation

Lower your rate, shorten your term, or roll high-interest debt into your mortgage β€” all shopped across lenders.

Simple, Fast, Painless

From application to keys in 3 steps.

1

Tell Us Your Goals

A short online application: buying or refinancing, your budget, and your timeline. Takes about 10 minutes.

2

We Shop Your Loan

We compare FHA, VA, USDA, conventional, and non-traditional programs across lenders to find your best fit.

3

Apply & Close With Confidence

Complete your secure application and a licensed advisor guides you every step to the closing table.

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2-Minute Assessment

What's your Home Loan Readiness Score?

Answer 5 quick questions to see where you stand β€” and what to tackle next before you apply.

Question 1 of 5

What are you looking to do?

Buy my first home
Buy again
Refinance my current home
Not sure yet

How would you describe your credit?

Excellent (740+)
Good (680–739)
Fair (620–679)
Building (580–619)
Not sure

How much do you have saved for a down payment?

20% or more
10–19%
3–10%
I'll need a 0%-down program

What's your timeline to buy or refinance?

ASAP
1–3 months
3–6 months
Just researching

How would you describe your income documentation?

W-2 employed, steady income
Self-employed 2+ years
Mixed / non-traditional income
Not sure how to document it
A Local Team, Not A Call Center

Real advisors who shop your loan for you.

Affordable Home Finance is a licensed California mortgage broker. Instead of offering you one bank's products, we compare programs across multiple lenders and walk you through the options in plain English β€” from application to closing.

Licensed California Mortgage Broker Β· NMLS #1754199 We shop multiple lenders for your best fit Real people who answer the phone
$0Cost To Find Out
No Obligation To Proceed

We'll shop your loan across multiple programs β€” free, with zero obligation.

There is no charge to submit an initial application or review available program options with Affordable Home Finance. If you choose to proceed with a loan, the transaction may include lender, appraisal, credit report, title, escrow, insurance, government, discount-point and other applicable costs. Broker compensation and all applicable loan costs will be disclosed in the Loan Estimate and other required loan documents.

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Instant Estimate

See what your monthly payment could look like.

Enter a hypothetical scenario to estimate principal and interest. Actual loan options, rates, APRs and payments depend on your completed application, property information, market conditions and lender review.

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Educational estimate only. Enter your own hypothetical loan amount, interest rate and term to estimate principal and interest. This calculator does not display an available loan offer, annual percentage rate, Loan Estimate, preapproval, approval or commitment to lend. Estimated payments exclude property taxes, homeowners insurance, mortgage insurance, HOA dues and other applicable costs. Actual rates, APRs, payments, costs and eligibility depend on your completed application, credit profile, property, loan program, market conditions and lender approval.

Simple, Transparent

How we get paid β€” no surprises.

We're not a subscription and we don't bill you by the hour. Here's exactly how it works.

Free To Apply & Shop

No Cost

There is no charge to submit an initial application or review available program options with Affordable Home Finance.

  • Free online application
  • No obligation to proceed
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How It Works

How Compensation Works

Disclosed In Writing

How Affordable Home Finance is compensated depends on the selected loan and compensation structure. Compensation and applicable costs will be disclosed as required in your loan documents. Affordable Home Finance does not charge a subscription or hourly consultation fee for reviewing initial loan options.

  • Compensation disclosed in your loan documents
  • We shop lenders, not just one bank
  • You choose whether to proceed
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Closing Costs Disclosed Upfront

In Writing

Every fee tied to your specific loan is disclosed in writing before you're ever asked to commit to anything.

  • Written loan estimate
  • No hidden add-ons
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πŸ’‘ Your specific costs and compensation details are disclosed in writing as part of your loan estimate.

Specialized Expertise

Loan programs matched to your situation.

Every homebuyer's situation is different. We know which programs fit yours.

Questions?

Frequently asked questions.

Is checking my rate really free?+

Yes β€” 100% free with no obligation. You complete a short online application and a licensed advisor reviews it to show you the loan programs you may qualify for. You're never charged to shop or compare.

What loan programs do you offer?+

We work across FHA, VA, USDA, conventional fixed-rate (15 & 30-year), ITIN, and other non-traditional loan programs β€” matching you to the one that fits your income, credit, and down payment situation.

Do I need 20% down to buy a home?+

No. FHA loans can start around 3.5% down, and eligible VA or USDA borrowers may qualify for 0% down. We'll walk you through which programs you may qualify for based on your situation.

Can I get a mortgage if I'm self-employed or use an ITIN instead of an SSN?+

Often, yes. We offer ITIN and non-traditional income documentation programs specifically for borrowers who don't fit a conventional W-2 profile.

How long does the application take?+

Most borrowers complete the short online application in about 10 minutes. Once submitted, a licensed advisor reviews it and reaches out to walk you through your next steps.

Rates Change Daily

Your next home doesn't have to wait on the right rate.

Every day without a plan is a day you don't know which loan programs may be available to you. Start your secure application today and learn which loan programs may be available based on your application and lender requirements.

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Licensed CA Mortgage Broker Β· NMLS #1754199 Β· No obligation to apply

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Based In Santa Cruz, CA

Serving homebuyers throughout California.

Affordable Home Finance

120 Bulkhead Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Licensed California mortgage broker serving homebuyers and homeowners statewide β€” purchase, refinance, and everything in between.

877-320-4762

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