Doma Loans

08/19/2026

🍦 Happy National Soft Ice Cream Day!

We couldn't resist this one.

It got us thinking - why shouldn't getting a mortgage feel a little more like soft serve?

Simple. Smooth. And something you can actually enjoy. 😊

We know buying a home is a big financial decision, and there will always be paperwork and important details to work through. But our clients shouldn't have to carry the complexity.

That's our job.

Explain it clearly. Anticipate what comes next. Solve the bumps along the way. And help make getting home feel a whole lot smoother.

🍦 A little sweeter. A lot smoother.

That's the experience we're working to deliver every day at Doma Loans.

www.domaloans.com
(510) 513-9369 | 1-888-658-DOMA
NMLS #2649550

08/06/2026

👣 Happy National Wiggle Your Toes Day!

There are few feelings better than kicking off your shoes after a long day… especially when you’re doing it in a place you can truly call home.

Homeownership isn’t just about the front door or the floor plan. It’s about the comfort, peace of mind, and sense of belonging that comes with having a space that’s yours.

If owning a home is one of your goals, every step you take today can bring you closer to that feeling.

🏡 Kick off your shoes. You’re home.

Happy National Wiggle Your Toes Day!



NMLS #2649550
www.domaloans.com
888.658.DOMA (888.658.3662)
Doma Loans

08/05/2026

Home isn’t just where you live - it’s one of life’s greatest treasures. 🦪🏡

NMLS #2649550
888.658.DOMA (888.658.3662)

Gaurav Vaish

🦪 Happy National Oyster Day!

One of the things I enjoy most about helping people buy a home is watching them find something they’ve worked toward for years.

Like discovering a pearl inside an oyster, the right home is a treasure. It doesn’t always happen overnight, but with patience, preparation, and the right guidance, it’s absolutely worth the journey.

Whether you’re just starting to think about buying a home or you’re ready to take the next step, I’m always happy to help you navigate the process.

🏡 Home is life’s greatest treasure.

Happy National Oyster Day!

www.domaloans.com
Doma Loans
510.513.9369
NMLS #2122782 | Co-NMLS #2649550
DRE #02255554

05/04/2026

VA Loan Credit Score Requirements (May 2026 Guide)

Reviewed by Doma Loans, Inc. | NMLS #2649550 | Last updated: May 2026 If you are a veteran, active-duty service member, or eligible surviving spouse trying to figure out what credit score you need to qualify for a VA loan, the answer is shorter than most websites make it sound. The VA itself does not set a minimum credit score....

Reviewed by Doma Loans, Inc. | NMLS #2649550 | Last updated: May 2026 If you are a veteran, active-duty service member, or eligible surviving spouse trying to figure out what credit score you need …

03/06/2026

Why Your Mortgage Payoff Looks Higher When You Refinance

If you request a mortgage payoff statement while refinancing, the number often looks higher than your loan balance. Many homeowners immediately think something is wrong: "Why am I paying interest for this month? I already made my payment." The reality is simpler. Mortgage interest, payments, and payoff statements operate on a timing system that most people never learn. Once you understand the timeline, the payoff amount makes perfect sense....

If you request a mortgage payoff statement while refinancing, the number often looks higher than your loan balance. Many homeowners immediately think something is wrong: “Why am I paying inte…

03/04/2026

🚨 March Mortgage Incentives Are Here.

For a limited time, borrowers may qualify for exclusive credits on purchases and refinances.

🏡 Purchase Incentive
Get up to $600 appraisal credit for eligible purchases.

Available for:
✔ Conventional
✔ FHA
✔ VA

Not available for Non-QM or Jumbo loans.

🔁 Refinance Incentive
Qualified homeowners may receive higher lender credits on refinances.

Requirements:
✔ 680+ credit score
✔ Conventional refinances
✔ FHA Streamline
✔ VA IRRRL
✔ Rate & Term or Cash-Out

⏳ Must lock before the end of the month to qualify.

📞 510-513-9369
🌐 www.domaloans.com
📝 Apply: www.mortgage.new

NMLS: 2649550

02/07/2026

[11/11] The Calm Buyer Advantage

By now, one thing should be clear. Buying a home isn’t about being the fastest, the boldest, or the most aggressive buyer.It’s about being the calmest. Calm buyers don’t win by luck.They win because they’re prepared. What Calm Really Looks Like Calm doesn’t mean detached or hesitant.It means grounded. A calm buyer: Knows their numbers without guessing…...

By now, one thing should be clear. Buying a home isn’t about being the fastest, the boldest, or the most aggressive buyer.It’s about being the calmest. Calm buyers don’t win by luck.They win becaus…

02/06/2026

[10/11] Buying a Home You Can Live With

Buying a home doesn't end on closing day. That's just the moment you stop shopping and start living with the decision. The real question isn't whether you can buy a home.It’s whether you can live comfortably with it months and years later. The Difference Between Buying and Owning When you’re shopping, it's easy to focus on: Winning the offer…...

Buying a home doesn’t end on closing day. That’s just the moment you stop shopping and start living with the decision. The real question isn’t whether you can buy a home.It’s whet…

02/05/2026

[9/11] How Emotions Affect Home Buying Decisions

Most homebuyers believe they are making rational decisions. In reality, emotions influence almost every major choice in the process - often without you noticing. That doesn't make you careless.It makes you human. The key isn't removing emotion.It's recognizing it before it drives the decision. Why Emotions Show Up So Strongly Buying a home is not just a financial transaction....

Most homebuyers believe they are making rational decisions. In reality, emotions influence almost every major choice in the process – often without you noticing. That doesn’t make you c…

02/04/2026

[8/11] How Lenders Really Evaluate You

When you apply for a mortgage, it can feel like lenders are judging every move you make. In reality, lenders are not looking for perfection.They are looking for predictability. Once you understand that, a lot of fear disappears. What Lenders Are Actually Trying to Do A lender's job is not to find reasons to say no.It’s to make sure the loan will still make sense months and years after closing....

When you apply for a mortgage, it can feel like lenders are judging every move you make. In reality, lenders are not looking for perfection.They are looking for predictability. Once you understand …