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Straight talk on mortgages.

Practical guidance for buyers, owners, and investors — and notes on the Sonoma County market — written to actually help, not to fill a page.

Home Buying · June 25, 2026

How Long Does It Really Take to Close a Mortgage?

A realistic timeline for closing a home loan in 2026 — what each stage takes, what slows things down, and how to close faster. From a Sonoma County broker.

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Home Buying · June 24, 2026

5 Ways to Buy a Sonoma County Home With Little Money Down

You don't need 20% down to buy in Sonoma County. Here are five real low-down-payment paths — FHA, VA, USDA, conventional 3%, and down payment assistance — and who each fits.

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