HILLHURST MORTGAGE, INC.

HILLHURST MORTGAGE, INC. Boutique Mortgage Brokerage with top notch experience, rates, and service. Known for going above and Hillhurst Mortgage, Inc. Doug is also a CPA.

is a small boutique firm with an extremely experienced staff. Our president, Doug Smaldino has a vast amount of experience transcending decades. Combined, their experience helps to service their client's needs beyond compare. Our goal is to offer the best mortgage rates and lowest mortgage payments in minutes. We will beat virtually any mortgage rate quote and our wide selection of loan products a

re sure to provide the perfect mortgage solution for all of your Real Estate Finance needs. We specialize in home purchase, home refinance, second mortgage, and home equity loans. At Hillhurst Mortgage, Inc. our mission is to serve our customers with honesty, integrity and competence. Our goal is to provide home loans to our clients while providing them with the lowest interest rates and closing costs possible. Whether you need help for new home purchase or a refinance, we are your complete mortgage solution for all transactions. We offer all types of loans for all types of credit grades, including FHA, VA, 2nds, Conforming and Jumbo. Additionally, we love helping our clients 62 year and older enjoy a Reverse Mortgage for purchase or refinance. We know that everyone has specific needs. We strive to meet those needs with a wide array of products, and most importantly, quality service with individual attention. All we need is a few minutes to determine how we can help improve your financial well-being. Please contact us, you will be happy you did.

Self-employed? Your income has a story—and traditional tax documents may not tell the whole thing. 🏡A Bank Statement Loa...
09/09/2026

Self-employed? Your income has a story—and traditional tax documents may not tell the whole thing. 🏡

A Bank Statement Loan is a Non-QM option that may allow eligible borrowers to use personal or business bank statements to help document qualifying income.

Let’s explore mortgage options designed with self-employed professionals in mind.

📞 Natalie Cortez: (323) 760-4816
📧 [email protected]

📞 Doug Smaldino: (323) 707-3200
📧 [email protected]

Self-employed income doesn’t always fit neatly inside a traditional mortgage application—and that shouldn’t automaticall...
09/04/2026

Self-employed income doesn’t always fit neatly inside a traditional mortgage application—and that shouldn’t automatically prevent you from exploring homeownership. 🏡

Depending on your qualifications, bank statements, profit-and-loss statements, or eligible assets may help present a more complete financial picture.

Let’s review your scenario and find the right strategy.

📞 Douglas M. Smaldino: (323) 707-3200
📧 [email protected]

📞 Panos Sklavenitis: (818) 818-8285
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Programs, terms, and approval are subject to borrower qualification and lender guidelines.

Being self-employed shouldn’t make homeownership feel out of reach. 🏡If your tax returns don’t reflect the full strength...
09/02/2026

Being self-employed shouldn’t make homeownership feel out of reach. 🏡

If your tax returns don’t reflect the full strength of your business, a bank statement loan may offer another way to demonstrate income using your actual cash flow.

Every borrower’s situation is different. Let’s explore the options and find your path home.

📩 Contact Hillhurst Mortgage to get started; [email protected]

Being self-employed shouldn’t mean putting homeownership on hold. 🏡Your income may look different from a traditional pay...
08/31/2026

Being self-employed shouldn’t mean putting homeownership on hold. 🏡

Your income may look different from a traditional paycheck, and that’s okay. Flexible mortgage options can consider how you actually earn, helping business owners, freelancers, and independent professionals find a path forward!

Let’s explore what may work for you.

📩 Email [email protected] to get started!

Your home equity could help fund your next big move, without replacing your current first mortgage. 🏡A closed-end second...
08/24/2026

Your home equity could help fund your next big move, without replacing your current first mortgage. 🏡

A closed-end second mortgage provides a fixed lump sum with predictable monthly payments, making it a practical option for renovations, debt consolidation, major expenses, and more.

Let’s explore whether it fits your financial goals.

📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

Loan approval and terms are subject to underwriting guidelines and borrower qualification.

Being self-employed shouldn’t mean your path to homeownership has to look like everyone else’s.If traditional income doc...
08/21/2026

Being self-employed shouldn’t mean your path to homeownership has to look like everyone else’s.

If traditional income documentation doesn’t tell the full story, there may be mortgage options designed with business owners, freelancers, and independent professionals in mind.

At Hillhurst Mortgage, we help you explore flexible solutions like bank statement programs and other alternative documentation options, so your mortgage can reflect how you actually earn!

Your income may be different. Your goals aren’t.

It’s easy to feel stuck when rates are the loudest part of the conversation.But buying a home has never been just about ...
07/15/2026

It’s easy to feel stuck when rates are the loudest part of the conversation.

But buying a home has never been just about the rate.

It’s about the payment you can actually live with, the neighborhood that makes sense for your life, the space you need, and the reason you started thinking about buying in the first place.

The next step might not be waiting for the “perfect” market.

It might just be getting clear on your numbers, so you can make a decision that feels grounded instead of overwhelming.

Message us and we’ll help you understand what a comfortable payment could actually look like!

Loan Closed in Lake Balboa!Self-employed buyer. Investment property. Conventional financing. That combination can make a...
07/09/2026

Loan Closed in Lake Balboa!

Self-employed buyer. Investment property. Conventional financing. That combination can make a lot of buyers assume the answer is automatically going to be complicated; or worse, a no.

But this Lake Balboa purchase is a good reminder that the right structure matters.

Our buyer closed on a 3 bed / 2 bath single-family home on a corner lot with no HOA, a detached garage, and future ADU potential. In other words, not just a purchase—a property with real long-term upside.

The key was getting clear on the full financial picture early, organizing the self-employed income properly, and keeping the file moving with strong communication throughout escrow.

No drama. No guessing. Just a smart plan and a solid team.

Are you self-employed and thinking about buying an investment property? DM us and let’s talk through what may actually be possible!

Your mortgage payment is not always just principal and interest.For many buyers, a portion of that payment also goes int...
07/08/2026

Your mortgage payment is not always just principal and interest.

For many buyers, a portion of that payment also goes into an escrow account. That money is then used to pay things like your property taxes and homeowners insurance when those bills are due.

So, instead of tracking separate due dates yourself, your loan servicer collects a little each month and pays those bills on your behalf.

Here’s the part buyers really need to understand:
Your interest rate can be fixed, but your total monthly payment can still change.

Why?… because property taxes and insurance premiums can go up or down over time. That’s why escrow matters before you buy, not after you get a payment notice that surprises you.

Save this for later, especially if you’re comparing monthly payments right now!

They were renting this home. Now they own it.…that’s the kind of full-circle closing we love.These clients were already ...
07/01/2026

They were renting this home. Now they own it.

…that’s the kind of full-circle closing we love.

These clients were already living in the property, already rooted in the neighborhood, and already knew this was a home worth holding onto.

So when the opportunity came up to buy it, the goal was simple: make the numbers work, keep the process clear, and help them turn the place they were renting into a home they officially owned.

We helped them get there with a standard conventional loan and a plan that actually made sense for their situation. No moving trucks. No starting over. Just a new chapter in the same Eagle Rock home they already loved.

Sometimes buying isn’t about finding the next place. Sometimes it’s about realizing you’re already in it.

Get in contact with us if you’re renting and wondering what it would take to buy.

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📞 (323) 522-1020

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Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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